School Counselor: Grades 7-12
Listed on 2026-07-17
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Education / Teaching
School Counseling & Student Support, Academic Advising & Student Services
School Counselor
Current Minnesota School Counselor Licensure Required
Summary of duties:
Duties of the School counselor is to work with students on in three main areas:
- Academic needs
- Personal/Social/Mental health needs
- Career Counseling
Essential Performance Responsibilities
Mental health background
Knowledge of behavior modification strategies and ability to implement with students and staff
Knowledge of educational interventions that will help students maximize their learning
Direct and monitor School to Work and Teacher's Aide programs
Knowledge or ability to learn about the following programs at Breckenridge School:
Ramp-Up to Readiness, Student Ambassadors, Naviance, and Olweus
Assists students in making course and subject selections, as well as with evaluating career interests and choices
Assists in the scheduling of classes
Assists students with admissions, scholarship and identifying employment opportunities
Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with guidance services
Assists with the school district's dropout prevention efforts
Serves as ready resource to students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents
Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance
Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of pre/post high school program eligibility requirements
Knowledge of college/university admissions processes, scholarship programs and other educational opportunities
Knowledge of current developments in business and industry regarding career opportunities and employment
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and other stakeholders
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others
Strong organizational and problem solving skills
Experience Successful prior teaching experience is desired
Please contact Noah Brenden Breckenridge K-12 Principal brendenn with questions
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