School Guidance Counselor

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

Tribal School

Contracted Position

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the School Administrator, this role supports the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students while integrating Native cultural values. The School Counselor delivers a comprehensive program focused on guidance curriculum, individual student planning, and responsive services.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Program Management & Foundation: Design and manage a counseling program aligned with school vision and state/national standards.

Data-Driven Accountability: Annually evaluate program effectiveness by analyzing student data related to academics, behavior, and social-emotional growth.

Student Guidance & Counseling: Deliver classroom, small group, and individual lessons covering social emotional development, academic and career exploration. Provide crisis intervention, individual counseling, and referrals for students with barriers to learning.

Advocacy & Consultation: Collaborate with staff, parents, and community agencies to advocate for a supportive learning environment and high student achievement.

Outreach: Conduct home visits to strengthen communication between the school and families.

Performs related duties as directed.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of a BA/BS degree. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an approved graduate counseling program, Social Work program, or a related field.
• A current WI DPI (54) School Counselor license is preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in a school setting and knowledge of Indian Education and experience in a PreK-8 school are preferred but not required.