Position Type:
Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor
Date Posted:
5/23/2025
Location:
Early College High School
REPORTS TO:
Early College High School Principal
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Regular, full time
FLSA STATUS:
Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide a variety of support and advocacy services designed to promote high school success and prepare students for
post high school experiences.
This job description covers a department of at least three people who divide the responsibilities according to expertise
and preference; that is; some of the essential duties may be carried out by one or two people rather than all three.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Identify curriculum needs and work cooperatively with the High School staff to create the Program of Studies (course descriptions).
• Inform students and parents, in meetings and with written communication, of graduation requirements, availability of courses, vocational and post-secondary opportunities.
• Develop and revise the master schedule, in cooperation with the High School Administrators.
• Individually schedule all students annually, and computerize the information according to the district's information management requirements.
• Organize, supervise and help administer group tests; for example, State Proficiency exams, ASVAB and PSAT. Inform parents of test results and interpret test results for students.
• Gather information on individual students as requested by parents, physicians or other interested parties; for example, grades, behavior, substance abuse, A.D.D.
• Make referrals to and communicate with in-school specialists, human service agencies, private practitioners, law enforcement, hospitals, attorneys and others as appropriate.
• Track students who have IEP's, 504 plans or Educational Options plans.
• Communicate with the teaching staff about individual student needs, and provide the staff with information and materials; for example, class lists, mailing labels and scan sheets.
• Assure the completeness and accuracy of all student records, including confidential records, paying particular attention to course work and credits needed for graduation.
• Provide students with career counseling, including assessment and guidance in using computerized career searches.
• Arrange visitations to the high school by college representatives, military recruiters and job recruiters.
• Oversee shadowing experiences, individual college visitations and regional college fair visits.
• Publish information that informs students, staff and parents about such topics as financial aid, post secondary plans, scheduling, testing, summer school and vocational school.
• Assist with the resolution of crises as needed.
• Counsel individual students upon request, provide other individual student services; for example, records verification, letters of recommendation and communication regarding grades.
• Conduct small-group counseling sessions, or delegate them to qualified individuals or committees, such as the Impact Team.
• Engage in continuous professional growth, including attending training sessions as assigned. Complete a professional development plan according to procedures adopted by the school district.
• Use sound judgment, tact and diplomacy when interacting with students, parents and the community, and maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain.
• Serve as a role model in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in committee work and co-curricular activities in a professionally responsible manner.
• Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district.
• Maintain an appropriate personal appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the High School Principal, the Superintendent or his/her designee(s).

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) or more years of successful teaching experience.
• Ohio certificate/license in School Counselin
• Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Well-developed interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills.
• Consultative and counseling skills.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities but be flexible about changes.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Computer skills and a willingness to update those skills regularly.
• General knowledge of the high school academic program and various teaching methods.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

• Various office machines and instructional equipment, such as calculators, copiers, laminating machines, VCR's, DVD players, slide projectors.
• Computer/printer.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Potential exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
• Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions, that is, being prepared to come to school on all scheduled work days, except calamity days.
• Some interaction with unruly children and distraught or angry adults.
• Some travel to workshops, colleges, other schools.
• Some evening, week-end and summer work.
• Regular requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, see, hear, read.
• Occasional requirement to lift, push, pull and carry various supplies and/or equipment, up to a maximum of 25 pounds.

NOTE: The above lists may not be ranked in order of importance.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Length of Employment: One Year Limited Contract
• Salary and Fringe Benefits: Based on Current Salary and benefit schedule

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to the online application. Please do not send materials through U.S. mail or by e-mail, all documents should be uploaded to your application.
If your qualifications meet our needs we will contact you for further information and a possible interview.
The Marysville Exempted Village School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is in compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973.
Posted Internally: May 23, 2025
Internal Application Deadline: June 3, 2025