High School Counselor - North High School

High School Counselor - North High School - 2 positions

Position Type:

Licensed Educators and Specialists/Counselor

Date Posted:

2/25/2026

Location:

North High School

Date Available:

08/19/2026

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Job Type Full Time Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Schedule Teacher 's Contract Salary Range From $47,393 to $91,468

North High School will be hiring for 2 positions

Responsibilities

Communicates and collaborates with supervisors, colleagues, students, parents/guardians and community resources to meet the developmental needs of students

Promotes the knowledge, skills and attitudes students need to achieve academic success, college and career readiness and social/emotional development through individual planning, small-group and classroom guidance

Provides responsive services to meet students' immediate needs and concerns

Implements, manages and evaluates the Fargo Public Schools comprehensive counseling program

Participates on the building level crisis team and responds to individual/building/district crisis situations, when appropriate

Collaborates with administration to provide registration, orientation and transition activities for students new to the school

Facilitates educational programs for parents/guardians and students, as needed

Interprets cognitive, aptitude and achievement tests, as appropriate

Participates in building and district level meetings (i.e. MTSS, IEP, 504, SARB, PLC, etc), as needed

Continues professional development to increase awareness in best counseling practices

Implements program components to meet state mandated standards (interest inventories, testing interpretation, career conferencing/class, etc.), where required

Participate in all mandatory training or training appropriate to the position as required by the district.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in counseling or equivalent.

Valid ND school counseling credential from North Dakota Department of Public Instruction and appropriate licensure from ND Education Standards and Practices Board or ability to obtain prior to the start date; ability to license with a plan of study may be considered.

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program;

Ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned.

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; skill in oral and written communication.

Ability to maintain the confidentiality of schools, teachers, and classrooms.

Basic proficiency with instructional technology.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a school setting.

Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.

Application Procedures

All applications for open Fargo Public Schools positions must be made via  Paper submissions will not be accepted. Application materials must clearly explain how experience and education are related to the minimum qualifications and job duties. Applicants for administrative, teaching, professional and other certified staff positions will need to attach:
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume/CV
3) Three (3) Professional References
4) Complete transcripts for each degree from the institutions conferring the degrees. In addition, Teacher Applicants will need to attach:
Current teaching license.

Job postings will be closed for applications at 8:00 AM Central Standard Time (CST) on the closing date listed in the posting.

Fargo Public Schools does not offer or provide sponsor ships. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Applicants who are residents of ND and eligible to claim veteran's preference must upload a Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran's preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veterans Affairs Office.

For more information or questions please call  or email human resources.nd.us.

The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law.