Providence Hall Charter School·Riverton, Utah
The counselor provides proactive academic, personal, and social support to high school students while developing individualized graduation plans. They coordinate college and career awareness programs and collaborate with school leadership on equity and improvement initiatives.
High School Counselor — Full-Time Providence Hall Charter School | Herriman, UT
Providence Hall offers a small school experience with big school resources — and we're looking for a full-time High School Counselor to join our team.
Providence Hall's mission centers on teaching students to think critically, communicate effectively, and act responsibly.
Our students are prepared for college and career through AP Scholars, concurrent enrollment, and CTE programs — and our counselors play a central role in getting them there.
Are you passionate about being more than a counselor — an advocate, role model, and mentor for students navigating some of the biggest decisions of their lives? We'd love to hear from you.
Reports to: Principal Schedule: 187 workdays during the school year, plus 10 additional days over the summer Team: One of 3 high school counselors, supporting a student population of approximately 650
What You'll Do Take a proactive, preventative approach to student support — counseling and connecting students and families with resources to enhance success Build individualized graduation plans aligned with each student's pathway and state requirements Support students' academic, personal, social, and life-skills development Coordinate the College and Career Awareness program alongside the counseling team Support the school's multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) Collaborate with the junior high to ensure smooth transitions into high school Assist with College Awareness Week, registration, and class scheduling Partner with school leadership on improvement initiatives, academic standards, and equity practices Present counseling-related materials to students, families, staff, and the broader community Participate in department, campus, and LEA meetings and professional development Other duties as assigned
What You Bring Current, valid Utah School Counseling license or an out-of-state license eligible for Utah transfer Proven experience as a High School Counselor Experience with Skyward, preferred. Familiarity with Google Workspace and collaboration tools Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask with attention to detail Professionalism and tact under pressure, with strong interpersonal skills Creative problem-solving and analytical thinking Excellent written and verbal communication, active listening, and persuasive speaking skills Ability to pass a background check Ability to lift up to 25 lbs, move throughout the facility, and lead students to safety in an emergency
Questions or accommodation requests? Contact Providence Hall Human Resources at hr@providencehall.com
Applications are retained on file for one (1) year.
Providence Hall Charter School is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to treat all applicants and employees impartially, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, political affiliation, ancestry, or marital status. See our full Civil Rights Disclosure at www.providencehall.com.
Candidates must hold a valid Utah School Counseling license or an eligible out-of-state transfer. Proven experience as a high school counselor and proficiency with Skyward and Google Workspace are preferred.
Market context
Utah high school counselor roles are often shaped by steady student-support needs, graduation planning, and college or career guidance. These positions are competitive because districts look for licensed candidates who can manage counseling caseloads, use tools like Skyward and Google Workspace, and bring prior high school experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Utah license status and tailor your application to counseling, scheduling, and student-support experience.
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