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Diocese of Venice in Florida

Guidance Counselor

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

The counselor will assist the principal with planning and implementation of a school-based guidance program, compatible with the Catholic faith that will meet the needs of students and the school ...

Southampton County Schools

Guidance Counselor

Courtland, VA · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

... and assist students in developing educational and occupational goals and plans. Essential ... Virginia License Certification as a Guidance Counselor. * Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ...

Archdiocese of Detroit

Guidance Counselor

Marine City, MI · On-site

$46K - $63K/yr

Guidance Counselor Start Date: August 1, 2026 Posting Date: May 18, 2026 Position Description ... Consult with and assist parents in their efforts to support their child's education and well-being

Miami-Yoder Sch District 60-Jt

Guidance Counselor

Rush, CO · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 7/1/2026 Location: Miami Yoder School ... assist students in developing educational and occupational goals and plans. This position is ...

Islamic School of Irving

Guidance Counselor

Irving, TX · On-site

$48K - $65K/yr

Coordinate or assist the campus-based counseling team in facilitating interventions or strategies to remove barriers to student success * Prepare and deliver a minimum of ten guidance lessons to all ...

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What is a guidance counselor assistant?

Guidance Counselor Assistants are support staff who work alongside school counselors to help students with academic, social, and emotional needs. They assist in organizing counseling activities, maintaining student records, and facilitating communication between students, parents, and staff. While they do not typically provide direct counseling, they play a crucial role in the smooth operation of counseling programs and help ensure that students receive the support they need.

Do you need a degree to be a guidance counselor assistant?

Guidance counselor assistants typically do not need a college degree, but they often require a high school diploma or equivalent. Some positions may prefer or require relevant experience or certifications in counseling support or education environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a guidance counselor assistant?

To thrive as a Guidance Counselor Assistant, you need a solid understanding of educational environments, basic counseling principles, and administrative procedures, typically supported by an associate's degree or relevant certification. Familiarity with student information systems, scheduling software, and office productivity tools is usually required. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, organization, and the ability to maintain confidentiality set exceptional candidates apart. These abilities help ensure effective student support, smooth administrative operations, and a trustworthy environment for sensitive student matters.

What are some common challenges faced by guidance counselor assistants when supporting students with diverse needs?

Guidance Counselor Assistants often work with students from a variety of backgrounds, each with unique academic, social, and emotional needs. A common challenge is balancing the demands of supporting multiple students while maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity. Additionally, they must adapt communication styles to effectively connect with students, teachers, and families, sometimes navigating complex situations. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills help in managing these challenges and ensuring students receive timely support.

Is there a demand for guidance counselor assistants?

The demand for guidance counselor assistants is generally steady, especially in schools with larger student populations that require additional support staff. Employment opportunities depend on school budgets and policies, and these roles often require strong communication skills and relevant experience or certifications. Overall, job prospects are favorable in educational settings that prioritize student mental health and academic guidance.
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Guidance Counselor

Fall River Public Schools

Fall River, MA • On-site

$78K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
FRAA
Date Posted:
6/30/2026
Location:
Stone PK-12 School
Position: Guidance Counselor
Job Description: To assist students in overcoming problems which impede learning and help them in making educational, occupational, and life decisions which facilitate their growth, potential and self-actualization.
Performance Responsibilities:
  1. Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through administration, collection, and interpretation of standardized tests and other pertinent data.
  2. Assist students in making informed life decisions, including subject and course selection. Carefully monitors students' progress by interviewing assigned students.
  3. Registers new students and provides necessary orientation to school.
  4. Provides individual and group counseling as needed; including career, social, emotional, and behavioral counseling. Makes referrals, where appropriate, to social service agencies as well as to other school-related services.
  5. Initiates, assembles, maintains, and interprets accurate cumulative progress records for assigned students. Maintains a complete folder for each student which contains all pertinent school information.
  6. Takes an active role in interpreting the school's objectives to students, parents and the community.
  7. Maintains close contact with parents and organizes parent programs as needed.
  8. Works closely with teachers, parents, principals, and other staff to ensure effective communication between Student Services Department, students, and staff.
  9. Works closely with colleges and potential work sites to disseminate information, as needed, according to the provisions of the student records policy.
  10. Utilizes community facilities for job placement purposes.
  11. Makes recommendations to colleges, prospective employers, and others deemed appropriate subject to the provision of the student records policy.
  12. Arranges the assignment of home tutors and advises students on summer school enrollment.
  13. Assists students in staying in school and in matters relating to school attendance.
  14. Works closely with middle school guidance counselors assisting students in their program choices for the high school using established recruitment procedures and policies.
  15. Any other related student services assignment deemed necessary by the Coordinator of Student Services, the building principal, and/or their designee.

Required Qualifications:
  1. Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in guidance and counseling, and coursework in psychology, testing and measurement, sociology, and education.
  2. Massachusetts Certificate as Guidance Counselor - GUI (Pre-K-9, 5-12).
  3. Minimum of five (5) years combined teaching and/or counseling experience.

The Superintendent of Schools reserves the right to waive a position qualification or determine that there is an acceptable alternative to that qualification. If the Superintendent intends to waive a qualification, such intent will be shared with the Fall River School Committee.
Reports To: Director of Guidance / Building Principal
Terms of Employment: In accordance with the Fall River Administrator's Contract. Continued employment is contingent on work performance, program need, and funding.
Salary: In accordance with the Fall River Administrator's Contract. Salary ranges from $78,077-$120,094, Step 1-Step 12, Bachelor's to Doctorate's Degree.
The Fall River Public School District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status or active military status, mental illness, political affiliation, genetic information or disability. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

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