Job description
We are seeking a compassionate Guidance Counselor to join our educational team in Seattle, WA. The role supports students in navigating academic pathways, college admissions, career exploration, and personal development. The ideal candidate is student centered, data driven, and committed to equity and inclusivity.
As a full time member of our guidance team, you will deliver a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with district standards, support student success, and collaborate with families and staff to create an inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.
What you will do in this role includes a mix of direct student support, program design, and collaborative school wide initiatives that promote social emotional growth, resilience, and academic achievement.
Responsibility
- Provide individual and group counseling to students addressing academic planning, social emotional development, and personal challenges.
- Develop and deliver program activities that support college and career readiness, including workshop facilitation and classroom guidance lessons.
- Administer and interpret student assessments and coordinate data driven interventions.
- Collaborate with teachers, families, and administrators to identify at risk students and create targeted plans.
- Support crisis intervention and provide safe, culturally responsive guidance during emergencies.
- Advise students on course selection, graduation requirements, and postsecondary options including applying to colleges and apprenticeships.
- Maintain confidential records in compliance with FERPA and district policies.
- Participate in professional development and contribute to school wide guidance program improvement.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, education or related field; Master's preferred.
- Licensed or eligible for licensure as a school counselor in the state of Washington or applicable state.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in school counseling or related setting.
- Strong understanding of K-12 guidance services, career development, and college admission processes.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in student support services.
- Proficient with student information systems and data driven decision making.
- Ability to handle confidential information and maintain professionalism in high pressure situations.