Counselor Long Term Sub, FTE, Dates

2026 Counselor Long Term Sub, 1.0 FTE, Dates: 9/10/26-12/22/26

Position Type:
Secondary Teaching/ Counselor

License

Required:

Minnesota K-12/7-12/Secondary School Counselor

Compensation:  to view the teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix
-a-, Schedule

A. This Position Is Not Medical nor Dental Benefit Eligible.

• Provide classroom opportunities for students to explore their interests and values in post-secondary educational and career opportunities.
• Encourage and support teachers in their efforts to infuse career development activities into the curriculum of their respective discipline.
• Provide students with information regarding their credit status as they proceed toward graduation and assist them on an individual basis for schedule adjustment as needed.
• Counsel with students on an individual basis at the secondary level which will best suit their future post-secondary needs.
• Administer standardized tests as indicated by district policy and interpret the results to parents and students.
• Counsel with students on an individual and/or small group basis regarding personal, emotional, social and academic concerns.
• Consult with parents regarding their student's academic progress, school adjustment, and secondary and post-secondary plans.
• Participate in building and community activities which will help foster a positive learning environment for all students.
• Participate in professional growth activities which will help give students the most up-to-date information regarding post-high school career opportunities, and community resources.
• Participate in district committees which address the educational needs of students.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

• Counselors help students in a variety of ways, both directly and indirectly. Their assistance may be educational, personal‑social, or career oriented; it may be part of the guidance curriculum, individual planning, responsive services, system support or, in many cases, a blend of those factors.
• Provide opportunities for students to learn about educational options at the secondary level and assist them in the registration process.
• Manage the guidance program, including directing curriculum, managing secretarial staff, the budget, records, and creating print communications to be sent to all households in the district.
• Engage in research as needs indicate: follow‑up on graduates, etc.
• Consult with teachers/staff regarding students' individual learning needs. Initiate and/or follow up referrals to social workers, at‑risk counselor, chemical awareness coordinator, building team and community resources as needed.

• Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary technology.
• Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
• Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
• Show initiative and function as a self‑starter.
• Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.