Top 22 Academic counselor Jobs in Mississippi

Academic Counselor
Delta State University —Cleveland, MS
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- University
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
7d
Secondary Professional School Counselor (Perpetual Job Posting)
DeSoto County School District —DeSoto County, MS
- High school
- Mid-level
- Office
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
Executive Director of Student Health and Wellness Clinic
Jackson State University —Jackson, MS
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Medicine
- OSHA
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Mental Health Counselor
Northwest Mississippi Community College —Senatobia, MS
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Elementary Professional School Counselor (Perpetual Job Posting)
DeSoto County School District —DeSoto County, MS
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
Destination Graduation Success Coach
Delta State University —Cleveland, MS
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
Assistant/Associate Professor of Counselor Education
The University of Mississippi —University, MS
- Online Application
- Background check
- Doctoral degree
- University
1d
Fall 2026-Teacher; ICF
Millcreek of Magee —Magee, MS
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
Admissions Ambassador
Mississippi University for Women —Columbus, MS
- Part-time
- Background check
- Office
- University
INTERVENTIONIST ASSISTANT (LANIER) MIDDLE - TITLE SY2627
Lanier High School —Jackson, MS
- $11.50 - $21.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school
- Computer literacy
INTERVENTIONIST ASSISTANT - TITLE FUNDED
Boyd Elementary School —Jackson, MS
- $14.00 - $15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
2026-2027 Speech Language Pathologist
Hazlehurst City School District —Hazlehurst, MS
- Full-time
- School experience
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Writing skills
Greenville Day Treatment - MS Certified Teacher
Millcreek of Greenville —Greenville, MS
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Teaching Certification
8d
Gifted Center Summer Program Staff: Teachers and Counselors
University of Southern Mississippi —Hattiesburg, MS
- Part-time
- Background check
- Teaching Certification
- University
Fall 2026 Teacher - PRTF
Millcreek of Magee —Magee, MS
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
C Spire Liftoff Externship Program
C Spire —Ridgeland, MS
- Part-time
- High school
- Ability to sit for extended periods
- Entry level
Quick Apply
INTERVENTIONIST ASSISTANT (TITLE FUNDED)
Boyd Elementary School —Jackson, MS
- $14.00 - $15.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
Licensed Teacher- SPED endorsement; Meadville, MS
Millcreek of Meadville —Meadville, MS
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Teaching Certification

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Academic Counselor

Delta State University -
Cleveland, MS

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Driver's License
Adult education

Full Job Description

Job Title

Academic Counselor

Working Title

Academic Counselor

Position Type

Staff

Department

Grants and Contracts

Posting Number

201201663

Full or Part Time

Full Time

Benefit Eligible

Yes

If Other, Please Explain:

Tenure/Non-Tenure Track

Non-Tenure Track

Salary Basis

12 month

If Other, Please Explain:

Position Summary Information

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Project Director, this individual will dedicate 100% time and effort to the project, performing tasks directly related to the services and activities necessary to achieve the project’s objectives. Their duties and responsibilities will include attending professional development training and maintaining active memberships in state, regional, and national professional organizations. They will be responsible for recruiting and selecting at least 1,000 participants, as well as assessing the academic attainment levels, educational needs, and career interests of their assigned participants. The Counselor will administer career interest surveys where applicable and travel throughout 6 of the 12 counties within the service area to facilitate workshops and provide services, including ACT test preparation, financial literacy, financial aid application assistance, and post secondary enrollment application support. They will also administer surveys to evaluate the effectiveness of workshops and services, in addition to providing academic advising and making referrals for their assigned participants.

The Academic Counselor will also be responsible for monitoring the academic progress of their assigned pa11icipants and maintaining both physical and digital case management files. Additionally, they will perform other duties as assigned by the Project Director. This position will be housed on the campus of Delta State University.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Sociology, Social Work, Psychology, or other field related to the position.
Experience in adult and/or underrepresented participants’ education programs.
Valid driver’s license and access to an insured motor vehicle for business use.
Availability to attend meetings, conferences or special events after normal work hours and on weekends.
Preferred Qualifications | Experience in working with federally-funded programs.
Experience in public promotions to persons from all socioeconomic conditions and communities.
Experience with education and career assessment tools and programs.
Personal experience in overcoming or understanding disadvantages and circumstances similar to the population served by the program.
A commitment to working with diverse populations in the Mississippi Delta especially economically disadvantaged populations, including low-income young adults, first-generation students, students with a disability, and non-traditional students.

Salary

Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and university’s resources.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications | Experience in working with federally-funded programs.
Experience in public promotions to persons from all socioeconomic conditions and communities.
Experience with education and career assessment tools and programs.
Personal experience in overcoming or understanding disadvantages and circumstances similar to the population served by the program.
A commitment to working with diverse populations in the Mississippi Delta especially economically disadvantaged populations, including low-income young adults, first-generation students, students with a disability, and non-traditional students.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

Posting Detail Information

Open Date

11/18/2025

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Required Documents

Resume

Letter of Reference 1

Optional Documents

Other Document

Letter of Reference 2

Letter of Reference 3

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