Jr. High Counselor

Jr. High Counselor

Sapulpa Public Schools seeks a passionate, energetic team player to work with our students as a secondary counselor.

Job : 5808858

Final date to receive applications: Jul 17, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jun 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Title:

Jr. High Counselor

Reports to:

Site Administrator(s)

Compensation:
Teacher's Salary Schedule plus an extra duty contract of two weeks before and one week after the school year.

Overtime Status:
Exempt

Salary based on Current Negotiated Teacher Salary Schedule.

• Assists students in course and subject selection.
• Obtains and disseminates occupational/post‑secondary information to students and to classes studying occupations.
• Assists students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, working with students in evolving education and occupation plans.
• Works to discover and develop the special abilities of students and resolve students' educational handicaps.
• Registers students new to the school and orients them to school procedures and opportunities for learning.
• Works to prevent students from dropping out of school.
• Help students evaluate career interests and choices.
• Remains readily available to students to provide counseling that leads to increased personal growth, self‑understanding, and maturity.
• Works with students on an individual basis in the solution of personal problems related to such areas as home and family relations, health, and emotional adjustment.
• Plans guidance field trips to schools, colleges, and industry for interested students.
• Guides students in their participation in school and community activities.
• Maintains student records and protects their confidentiality.
• Supervises the preparation and processing of college, scholarship, and employment applications.
• Makes recommendations to colleges for admissions and scholarships.
• Provides student information to colleges and potential employers according to provisions of the Board's policy on student records.
• Meets with parents to discuss enrollment, grades, and career paths.
• Assists in the orientation of new faculty members.
• Provides in‑service training in guidance for teachers and student teachers.
• Works with teachers and other staff members to familiarize them with the general range of services offered by the counseling office.
• Takes an active role in interpreting the school's objectives to students, parents, and the community at large.
• Interprets the guidance program to the community.
• Arranges for summer school work.
• Collaborates with the school leadership team regarding program development.
• Coordinates with district test coordinator site, state, and other diagnostic tests.
• Performs credit checks for all assigned students.
• Coordinates and gathers information for Special Services (referrals, eligibility, interventions, IEPs, and auxiliary services).
• Networks with other counselors.
• Helps coordinate crisis intervention procedures.
• Assists with special projects as directed by the principal.
• Performs other related duties as directed by the principal and/or district administrators.

Students

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Education or related field
• Valid Oklahoma Teaching Certificate
• Master's Degree in Counseling or related field
• Valid Oklahoma School Counselor Certificate or
• Emergency Certified in School Counseling or
• Alternative Certification in School Counseling

Computer literate; excellent written and oral communication ability; strong knowledge of rules, regulations, policies, and laws applicable to education and special education. Ability to follow all district policies and procedures. Ability to work independently, displaying initiative and enthusiasm for the tasks being done. Demonstrates strong communication skills,…