England High School Counselor

England Public Schools is actively seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated High School Counselor for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.

Qualifications of Employment:

• Master's degree in School Counseling or related field from an accredited institution.
• Holds or is able to secure Arkansas teaching license, specifically with School Counselor endorsement.
• Knowledge of Arkansas graduation requirements, student services regulations, and counseling best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse student populations and stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze student data and implement intervention strategies.
• Proficiency with student information systems and educational technology.
• A passion and love for learning and teaching students.
• Excellent time management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Resilience and a positive attitude.
• The ability to establish rapport and build professional relationships with students.
• A high degree of professionalism.
• A growth mindset.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Academic Counseling
  • Assist students in developing and monitoring an individualized academic plan aligned with graduation requirements and postsecondary goals.
  • Guide students in course selection, credit recovery, graduation tracking, and academic interventions.
  • Monitor student progress toward graduation and communicate concerns to students, parents/guardians, and administrators.
  • Coordinate testing programs and interpret assessment data as needed.
• College and Career Readiness
  • Provide college, career, military, and workforce readiness counseling and planning.
  • Assist students with college applications, scholarships, financial aid, and career exploration opportunities.
  • Coordinate college visits, career fairs, workforce partnerships, and transition activities.
  • Support implementation of Arkansas Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways and graduation requirements.
• Social and Emotional Support
  • Provide short-term counseling and crisis intervention for students experiencing academic, behavioral, emotional, or social concerns.
  • Make referrals to outside agencies and mental health providers when appropriate.
  • Promote positive school climate and student wellness through prevention and intervention programs.
  • Participate in threat assessment, safety planning, and student support teams as assigned.
• Collaboration and Leadership
  • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and community organizations to support student achievement and well-being.
  • Participate in Response to Intervention (RTI), Section 504, Individualized Education Program (IEP), and other student support meetings as required.
  • Maintain accurate student records and counseling documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Assist with student registration, scheduling, orientation, and transition activities.
  • Support district initiatives related to attendance, dropout prevention, and student engagement.
• Compliance and Professional Responsibilities
  • Adhere to ethical standards established by the American School Counselor Association and Arkansas Department of Education requirements.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA and district policies.
  • Participate in professional development and maintain required licensure.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or district administration.

If you are passionate about education, possess the required qualifications, and are committed to the success of students, we invite you to visit our website https://www.englandlions.net/. A fillable certified application can be found by clicking the ADMINISTRATION > JOB LISTINGS tabs. Simply complete the application and upload the required documents to the application.

About us:

• England School District is in England, Arkansas and utilizes a 4-day school week calendar (Tuesday-Friday).
• England is a small, tight-knit farming community conveniently located within 35 miles from LR/NLR, Stuttgart, Pine Bluff, Cabot, and Lonoke.
• England School District consists of England Elementary School (grades PK-6th) and England High School (grades 7-12).
• England School District focuses on hiring qualified teachers and staff members who are ready to be a part of a collaborative school, community, family and team.

England School District assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with this position.