POSTING DATE: March 13, 2025

POSITION: Full Time 1.0 FTE High School Counselor

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

QUALIFICATIONS:

Valid State of Michigan school counselor license (SCL) or a Michigan Teaching Certificate with school counselor (NT) endorsement
Strong working knowledge of adolescent development and social-emotional learning (SEL)
Experience with writing and implementing 504 plans
Strong working knowledge of MTSS to meet students’ needs
Ability to actively and positively participate and contribute as a team member
Experience with student scheduling and creating master schedules
Knowledge of graduation requirements and personal curriculum
Familiarity with state and local assessments
Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies and procedures regarding student and family services
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills with secondary students

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive school environment, culture, and climate
Engage in district and school teams focused on SEL
Provide individual and group support and counseling to meet SEL and behavioral needs
MTSS team member
Conduct risk assessments for students in crisis
Build relationships with families in an effort to communicate proactively and effectively
Assist families as needed in their pursuit of community services
Facilitate the partnership of community agencies
Maintain records of all services provided
Serve as building liaison with county CTE high school

SALARY: Per Master Agreement - Up to Step 9 on WEA salary schedule based on experience; up to a $3,000 signing bonus depending on qualifications; $1,000 bonus in June of 2026, per the WEA Agreement.

STARTING DATE: First day of the 2025-2026 school year

SEND LETTER OF INTEREST AND RESUME TO OR ONLINE @:

Williamston Community Schools

Personnel - ATTN: High School Counselor

418 Highland St

Williamston, MI 48895

DEADLINE: Until filled

TIMELINE:

March 13 - Position Posted

Until filled - Posting Closes

TBD - Candidates Notified/Interviews Scheduled

TBD - First Round Interviews (virtual)

TBD - Second Round Interviews (in person)

TBD - Candidate meets with Superintendent (in person)

TBD - Candidate goes for Board approval - 6:00 PM

Williamston Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer