GUIDANCE COUNSELOR, SECONDARY (205 DAYS) Position Available In Hinds, Mississippi
Tallo's Job Summary: Forest Hill High School in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking a Secondary Guidance Counselor for a full-time position with a salary ranging from $50,975 to $84,665 annually. The ideal candidate must have a valid state certificate in guidance and at least three years of teaching experience. Responsibilities include assisting students with learning obstacles, providing counseling to students and families, and coordinating services with outside agencies when necessary.
Job Description
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR, SECONDARY
(205 DAYS) Forest Hill High School – 4.3 Jackson, MS Job Details Full-time $50,975 – $84,665 a year 9 hours ago Qualifications Mid-level 3 years Teaching Time management Full Job Description Jackson Public Schools MS Forest Hill High School –
Jackson, Mississippi Job Details Job ID:
5186504
Application Deadline:
Jul 31, 2025 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Today Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR
(205 DAYS) Qualifications Possess a valid state certificate endorsed in guidance (MS Certification Code 436) and three or more years teaching experience in an elementary school Reports To Building Principal Supervises N/A Job Goal To help students overcome problems that impede learning and assist them in adjusting socially and educationally. Essential Functions Assists with the interpretation of the school’s objectives to parents, students, and the community. Works with teachers and other staff members to familiarize them with the range of services available to meet student’s needs. Counsels students and families. Supervises the administration of standardized tests. Assists students, teachers, and parents in evaluating and interpreting test scores and offers suggestions for improvement. Focuses on preventive aspects of counseling. Identifies and evaluates the needs of students. Refers students to outside agencies when needed and coordinates the services. Assists teachers in working with or counseling students to bring about positive behavioral changes. Works with teachers on effective techniques of conferencing. Assists parents with understanding nutritional needs, time management, child supervision, good hygiene practices, and homework assistance. Visits homes to assess student needs and makes parental contacts. Investigates and reports abuse and/or neglect cases. Notifies parents when students are absent or tardy excessively. Registers new and late enrollees. Raises awareness of students with regard to various careers and goal setting. Performs other related duties as requested or assigned. Evaluation Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
Salary Information Classification:
Guidance Counselor, Elementary Scale:
Teacher Grade:
A – AAAA
Days Employed:
205
Range:
$50,975.00- $84,665.00 annually
