High School Guidance Counselor

Description

Position Summary

St. Benedict at Auburndale Catholic High School seeks a compassionate, organized, and mission-driven Guidance Counselor to serve our high school students. This individual provides academic advising, college preparation support, and personal counseling while upholding the mission and values of a Catholic educational environment rooted in the Benedictine tradition.

• Key Responsibilities Academic Support & Advising
• Maintain accurate records of student credits and verify that all students are on track for graduation requirements.
• Assist with the course registration process in collaboration with the Assistant Principals and Academic Dean, including student advisement and schedule review.
• Provide classroom guidance for freshmen and sophomore students on 4-year academic planning, GPA calculation, Naviance training, college information, and standardized testing results.
• Work with the Learning Center and Learning Lab to ensure psychoeducational testing results are effectively implemented; meet regularly with Learning Specialist–Support Lab Teachers.
• Maintain and update a resource list of qualified outside tutors for students who require additional academic support. College Preparation & Testing
• Supervise and guide students through the college application process from start to finish.
• Interface with testing agencies to order and administer standardized tests; coordinate the dissemination and analysis of results with students and parents. Student & Family Counseling
• Serve on the Student Success Team (SST) and actively contribute to student intervention and support planning.
• Provide individual personal counseling for students navigating academic, social, or personal challenges.
• Create opportunities for students and parents to discuss concerns that may affect the educational process.
• Provide a forum for faculty and staff to collaboratively address student-related issues.
• Attend parent-required meetings and maintain open, professional communication with families. Administrative
• Maintain working knowledge of all policies and procedures outlined in the student handbook.
• Prepare and manage the annual budget for the Guidance Office.