Middle School Guidance Counselor

Now Hiring:
Middle School Guidance Counselor | Forest Lake, MN | 2025–2026 School Year

Hello Guidance Counselors!
Are you passionate about working making a difference within your community? Join Ampersand Therapy, a teacher and therapist run company, dedicated to elevating the school-based employment experience.

We are hiring a full-time, onsite Middle School Guidance Counselor in Forest Lake, MN for the remainder of the  school year.

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• Role: Middle School Guidance Counselor
• Setting: General Education
• Location: Forest Lake, Minnesota
• Full-time (37.5 paid hours per week)

• Valid Minnesota School Guidance Counselor license
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills

• Rates: $40-45/hour
• W-2 employment
• Paid sick leave
• Healthcare benefits* (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) matching
• Licensure, CEU, and professional development reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement (IRS rate)
• Professional and general liability insurance
• Referral bonuses
• No non-compete clauses
• Paid volunteer time (up to 5 hours) and
  donation matching*

* Benefits for 0.8 FTE and higher. Waiting period applies.

We’re a small, woman and therapist run company committed to empowering specialists like you. We've walked in your shoes, working in both district and contract roles, and built Ampersand to be the company we always wished existed.

Our mission is simple:
Support our specialists, serve students, and strengthen communities.

• Equity: We’re committed to creating a climate of equity and inclusion.
• Community: We give back through volunteering, donations, and partnerships with causes like Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Conscious Kid.
• Sustainability: From digital documentation to carbon‑negative operations, we’re committed to earth‑conscious practices.

Ready to work for a company that truly supports school‑based professionals?
Apply today
and bring your passion for special education to a team that cares.

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.