About this role
Suttons Bay Public Schools is seeking a student-centered, collaborative, and caring High School Guidance Counselor to support students in grades 9–12. The counselor will provide academic, college, career, and social-emotional support while helping students develop successful post-secondary plans. Essential Responsibilities
• Provide individual and group counseling and student support
• Monitor student progress toward graduation and assist with academic planning and course selection
• Counsel students regarding college, career, trade school, military, apprenticeship, and employment opportunities
• Assist students with college applications, scholarships, financial aid, and post-secondary planning
• Coordinate career exploration, college visits, and other college/career readiness activities
• Identify students needing additional academic or social-emotional support and coordinate appropriate interventions and referrals
• Collaborate with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community agencies
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records
• Develop and implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with student needs and district goals
• Support school-wide efforts related to attendance, achievement, student well-being, and post-secondary readiness
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administration
• Develop, implement, and annually review Educational Development Plans (EDPs) with all students and their families.
• Provide intentional, individualized support to students in identifying and completing applicable scholarship opportunities.
• Plan and facilitate informational sessions for students and families interested in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and Dual Enrollment opportunities.
Required Qualifications
• Master's degree in School Counseling or completion of an approved school counselor preparation program
• Valid Michigan School Counselor License (SCL) or Michigan teaching certificate with School Counselor (NT) endorsement
• Candidates holding a valid Preliminary School Counselor License (PSCL) or Temporary School Counselor License (TSCL) may also be considered, consistent with Michigan Department of Education requirements
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to establish positive relationships with high school students and families
• Commitment to student confidentiality and professional ethics
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous high school counseling experience
• Knowledge of Michigan graduation requirements and college/career pathways
• Experience with college admissions, FAFSA, scholarships, and career planning
• Familiarity with student information and college/career planning systems