Top 20 Academic counselor Jobs in Mississippi

Secondary Professional School Counselor (Perpetual Job Posting)
DeSoto County School District —DeSoto County, MS
- High school
- Mid-level
- Office
Elementary Professional School Counselor (Perpetual Job Posting)
DeSoto County School District —DeSoto County, MS
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
Academic Counselor
Delta State University —Cleveland, MS
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- University
Mental Health Counselor
Northwest Mississippi Community College —Senatobia, MS
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
26-27 Success Coach VJHS
Vicksburg-Warren School District —Vicksburg, MS
- $19.14 - $31.70 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Public school
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Genetic Counselor
US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA —Keesler AFB, MS
- $89,508 - $116,362 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
Assistant/Associate Professor of Counselor Education
The University of Mississippi —University, MS
- Online Application
- Background check
- Doctoral degree
- University
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Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness Clinic
Jackson State University —Jackson, MS
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Medicine
- OSHA
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Destination Graduation Success Coach
Delta State University —Cleveland, MS
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
Fall 2026-Teacher; ICF
Millcreek of Magee —Magee, MS
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
INTERVENTIONIST ASSISTANT - TITLE FUNDED
Boyd Elementary School —Jackson, MS
- $14.00 - $15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
INTERVENTIONIST ASSISTANT (TITLE FUNDED)
Boyd Elementary School —Jackson, MS
- $14.00 - $15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
C Spire Liftoff Externship Program
C Spire —Ridgeland, MS
- Part-time
- High school
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Entry level
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Gifted Center Summer Program Staff: Teachers and Counselors
University of Southern Mississippi —Hattiesburg, MS
- Part-time
- Background check
- Teaching Certification
- University
Admissions Ambassador
Mississippi University for Women —Columbus, MS
- Part-time
- Background check
- Office
- University
Fall 2026 Teacher - PRTF
Millcreek of Magee —Magee, MS
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
Licensed Teacher- SPED endorsement; Meadville, MS
Millcreek of Meadville —Meadville, MS
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Teaching Certification
2026-2027 Speech Language Pathologist
Hazlehurst City School District —Hazlehurst, MS
- Full-time
- School experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills

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Secondary Professional School Counselor (Perpetual Job Posting)

DeSoto County School District -
DeSoto County, MS

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Job Details

Qualifications

Master's degree
Master's degree in counseling
Master's degree in school counseling
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Title: Secondary Professional School Counselor

Department: Academic Services

Reports to (Title): Principal; Director of Mental Health Services

Major Functions:
Evaluate student abilities, interests and talents to develop academic and career goals. Conduct interviews
and administer aptitude and interest tests. Advise students on college majors, admission requirements,
financial aid, and technical school options. Assist students with social and emotional barriers which may
impede academic progress and personal growth. Maintain student records as required by state and federal
law, district guidelines and administrative regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Program Development and Evaluation

Develop goals, objectives, and activities that are aligned with Senate Bill 2423
Organize a guidance committee that functions in an advisory capacity
Develop a guidance calendar
Secure and make available to students information and material on further educational opportunities,

personal growth and development, and occupational/vocational opportunities and trends

Develop procedures for program evaluations

Counseling and Consultation

Provide individual and group counseling to students as referred by administrators, teachers,

parents/guardians, and other professional staff

Consult with families, teachers, administrators, and other appropriate individuals regarding services

and programs available to/for students

Accrue a list of contact personnel in agencies, programs, and services external to the school setting

for collaboration and referral

Adhere to all guidelines set forth by Senate Bill 2423

Student Appraisal

Assist with disseminating assessment results to all stakeholders
Participate in IEP meetings as required or deemed appropriate
Participate in parent conferences as required or deemed appropriate

Academic Advisement

Assist with registering and orienting new students in accordance with Board Policy and MSIS

requirements

Consult with administrators in the planning of course offerings that meet the needs and interests of

students

Assist with withdrawing students according to Board Policy and MSIS requirements
Provide students with information on school district policies regarding counseling services, student

activities, and grade-level testing programs

Develop practice and policy alternatives for the implementation of dropout prevention strategies
Provide students with information on school district policies regarding counseling services, student

activities, competency and grade-level testing, graduation, and college admission requirements

Provide students with materials and information regarding career and post-high school educational

opportunities; assist with college application, scholarships, and employment applications including the
writing of letters of recommendations

Consult with administrators and teachers in the planning of course offerings that meet the needs and

interests of students

Referrals and Follow-up
• Receive and act upon referrals from administrators, teachers, families, agencies, and other

professional staff

Assist families in effective use of community and school resources

Professional Responsibilities and Development

Organize office for effective use and prepare/submit reports, records, lists, and other paperwork

accurately and timely

Keep informed of developments within the profession by attending workshops and conferences as

requested by administration and the State Department of Education

Participate in approved staff development sessions related to guidance/counseling
Maintain confidentiality and privacy of all school records
Adhere to district board policies and procedures and administrative directives
Adhere to the Mississippi Code of Ethics
Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the

supervisor or superintendent

Be consistently responsible-maintaining regular punctual attendance and timely completion of

assigned duties, working assigned days, and using sick and personal leave appropriately

Minimum Requirements:
Each Secondary Counselor in this School District shall possess the qualifications prescribed by law and by
appropriate regulations of the DCS Board of Education. A Master’s Degree is required in Professional School
Counseling.

Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this
classification. Employees may perform other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor,
administrative staff or superintendent.

Additional information
Employees shall maintain confidentiality and privacy of all school records. Employees shall be consistently responsible-maintaining
regular punctual attendance and timely completion of assigned duties, working assigned days and using sick and personal leave
appropriately

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Secondary Professional School Counselor (Perpetual Job Posting)

Elementary Professional School Counselor (Perpetual Job Posting)

Academic Counselor

Mental Health Counselor

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Genetic Counselor

Assistant/Associate Professor of Counselor Education

Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness Clinic

Destination Graduation Success Coach

Fall 2026-Teacher; ICF

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INTERVENTIONIST ASSISTANT (TITLE FUNDED)

C Spire Liftoff Externship Program

Gifted Center Summer Program Staff: Teachers and Counselors

Admissions Ambassador

Fall 2026 Teacher - PRTF

Licensed Teacher- SPED endorsement; Meadville, MS

2026-2027 Speech Language Pathologist

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