Counselor (K-12) 2026-2027 SY

Jacksonville North Pulaski School District • Jacksonville, AR

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About The Position

The role of the counselor is to promote student success, provide preventive services, and respond to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that addresses academic, career, and personal/social development for all students.

Requirements

• Master’s degree required; field of study correlated to teaching assignment as an elementary or secondary counselor with the appropriate Arkansas licensure code.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background checks.
• Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times around students, other staff members and the general public.

Nice To Haves

• Teachers with experience are valued; however, no prior experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the counseling team to develop a written guidance plan in cooperation with the principal outlining specific areas of responsibility, annual school guidance program goals, and activities for attaining goals.
• Assist the administration in preparing the master schedule and student class assignments.
• Coordinate the administration of the standardized testing program and interpret test results for students, parents and professional personnel.
• Demonstrate skill in providing technical assistance to instructional staff concerning counseling and guidance.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop student improvement plans to assist students in reaching their academic potential.
• Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school policies for public school guidance and counseling.
• Promote and support efforts to help each student develop problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Assist students in learning appropriate school behavior and in developing self-understanding and social skills through individual and group guidance and counseling activities.
• Work with students and their parents to develop educational and occupational plans.
• Assist in placement of students in special programs.
• Provide individual and group counseling for students and consult with their parents concerning problems that interfere with learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be knowledgeable of course offerings, curriculum and graduation requirements.
• Maintain accurate information regarding graduation requirements and state testing for assigned students.
• Review student transcripts for accuracy and correct course placement.
• Provide information to students and parents about course offerings, college letters of reference, financial aid, and future careers.
• Assist students in college scholarships and college applications including NCAA Clearinghouse.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time