School Guidance Counselor-High School

Organization Details Organization Information Letcher County Public Schools has approximately 3000 students in preschool through through grade 12 in one high school, 3 middle schools, 2 K-8 schools, and 3 elementary schools. The mission of the district, in partnership with the family, students, and community, is to provide our students with every opportunity that will allow them to be successful. We maintain a culture of success in our district by blending a rigorous curriculum and high expectations with positive teacher and student relationships while engaging community support. In an effort to fulfill our mission, our district and schools implement new initiatives to help ensure that our students receive an education that prepares them for the 21st century. In addition to the traditional school settings, several programs are offered at the area technology center, a day treatment center, an alternative school, and an adult education center. Letcher County Central High School is accredited by the state of Kentucky and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Our district stresses the importance of college and career readiness for our students by providing AP and Dual Credit Courses, virtual courses, and a variety of vocational certifications in conjunction with the Letcher County Area Technology Center.

Letcher County Public Schools:

Learners Today; Leaders Tomorrow! Organization Website http://www.letcher.kyschools.us/ Organization Address 224 Parks Street Whitesburg, KY 41858 Job Details Vacancy

ID 20252026 - 06751

Position Category School Counselor Title School Guidance Counselor-High School Description

PRIMARY SUPERVISOR

PRINCIPAL APPOINTMENT

Counselors shall be appointed annually, upon the recommendation of the Principal to the Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS

1.Shall hold a bachelor's degree or higher and the required Kentucky certificate for the assigned position. 2.Shall demonstrate the ability to work effectively with students, peers and adults. 3.Shall demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and faculty.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Shall have the ability to sit, lift, stoop, push, pull, any and all body movements as relates to the job description.

JOB GOAL

To help students overcome problems that impede learning and to assist them in making educational, occupational, and life plans that hold promise for their personal fulfillment as mature and responsible men and women.

Comments To Apply:

https://letcher.schoolspring.com/ NONDISCRIMINATION As required by Title IX, the District does not discriminate on the basis of sex regarding admission to the District or in the educational programs or activities operated by the District. Inquiries regarding Title IX Sexual Harassment may be referred to the District Title IX Coordinator (TIXC), the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, or both.1 The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all per Start Date 07/01/2026 Posted Date 04/30/2026 Vacancy Type Full-Time Grade Level 9-12 High School Organization Letcher County Sub Organization(s) Letcher County Central High School Subject Area(s) None Contact(s) Bridget Begley (606) 633-4455 bridget.begley@letcher.kyschools.us Karen Baker (606) 633-4455 karen.baker@letcher.kyschools.us