FOUR DAY SCHOOL WEEK: 9-12 High School Counselor JobID: 440

• Position Type:

  High School Teaching/ High School Counselor

• Date Posted:

  5/28/2025

• Location:

  Saydel High School

• Date Available:

  07/01/2025

Position: High School Counselor (Grades 9–12)

Location:Saydel High School, Des Moines, Iowa

Employment Type:Full-Time

Start Date: August 18th, 2025

Reports to:Director of Programs and Services and Building Principal

Job Summary:

Saydel High School is seeking a passionate and student-centered High School Counselor to support students in grades 9 through 12 while teaching a seminar course to students. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with staff, students, families, and the community to foster academic achievement, personal/social growth, and career development. The counselor will be a key member of the school support team, providing proactive and responsive services to meet students’ diverse needs.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group counseling to support students’ academic, emotional, and social development.

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to create and implement student success plans.

• Support student transitions, including new student orientation and high school readiness planning.

• Assist with behavioral interventions, MTSS processes, and development of student support strategies.

• Coordinate and implement school-wide SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) programs.

• Promote equity, inclusion, and student advocacy through daily work and programming.

• Facilitate classroom lessons focused on social-emotional skills, decision-making, conflict resolution, and college/career awareness.

• Participate in student support teams, IEP/504 meetings, and parent-teacher conferences.

• Collaborate with community agencies to provide resources and services to students and families.

• Maintain accurate records and data to support student progress and program effectiveness.

Qualifications:

• Valid Iowa School Counselor license K–12.

• Master’s Degree in School Counseling

• Valid teaching endorsement

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Experience working with diverse student populations.

• Knowledge of middle school developmental needs and best practices.

• Ability to build relationships with students, staff, and families.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with school counseling at the middle school level.

• Familiarity with MTSS, PBIS, and restorative practices.

• Bilingual abilities a plus.

• Knowledge of college/career readiness frameworks and programming.

Why Saydel High School?

Saydel High School offers a supportive and inclusive environment where students come first. Our staff is committed to building strong relationships, creating equitable learning opportunities, and ensuring that every student grows academically and socially. Join a passionate team focused on making a difference in the lives of young learners.