Education Counselor Jobs
Education Counselor jobs are open across K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and nonprofit organizations, from entry-level advisor to senior director, with specializations in college admissions counseling, academic advising, and career development counseling. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MANATEE COUNTY
Local Title: COUNSELOR, CAREER
State Title: Counselor, Career Education
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB GOAL:
To provide career and educational advice to participants for positive performance and placement of students in the workforce and/or post-secondary education.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution.
- Certification in guidance preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years successful work experience in teaching, counseling, or a related field.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of career information, career inventories, and programs available at the Manatee Technical College (MTC). Knowledge of the characteristics and needs of students served. Knowledge and ability to use principles of guidance and counseling. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to analyze and use data. Ability to maintain sensitivity to multicultural agencies.
REPORTS TO:
Director, Manatee Technical College or Designee
SUPERVISES:
Assigned clerical/secretarial support personnel
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Recruit potential students.
- Develop strategies for student retention.
- Serve as liaison between core partners, stakeholders and comply with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
- Advise students regarding various services and resources at MTC.
- Visit Manatee County Schools to promote programs at MTC as appropriate.
- Administer career interest inventories to students and interpret results.
- Use test data, career interest inventories, and other student information to advise students about course/program selections.
- Interact with instructors about student performance.
- Document services to students.
- Provide career interest information through conferences, printed materials, job shadowing, and other appropriate activities.
- Support students in work based experiences.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
- Meet and deal effectively with the general public, staff members, students, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
- Model and maintain high ethical standards.
- Represent the school/District in a positive and professional manner.
- Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
- Follow federal and state laws as well as School Board policies, rules and regulations.
- Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
- Maintain expertise in assigned area to fulfill project goals and objectives.
- Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
Board approved:
Revised:
07/8/2002
05/21/2007 New Format
12/13/2016
06/12/2018
SALARY SCHEDULE: SAMP
PAY GRADE: D05
SHORT TITLE: STS098
STATE JOB CODE: 61237
Pay Scale
Approved Budget Annual Salary Range : : $47,470 - $51,406 + Referendum Funds
Other Information
Additional Requirements of Position:
Proficient in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Bilingual, Preferable in Spanish
Job Description
THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MANATEE COUNTY
Local Title: COUNSELOR, CAREER
State Title: Counselor, Career Education
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB GOAL:
To provide career and educational advice to participants for positive performance and placement of students in the workforce and/or post-secondary education.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited educational institution.
- Certification in guidance preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years successful work experience in teaching, counseling, or a related field.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of career information, career inventories, and programs available at the Manatee Technical College (MTC). Knowledge of the characteristics and needs of students served. Knowledge and ability to use principles of guidance and counseling. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to analyze and use data. Ability to maintain sensitivity to multicultural agencies.
REPORTS TO:
Director, Manatee Technical College or Designee
SUPERVISES:
Assigned clerical/secretarial support personnel
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Recruit potential students.
- Develop strategies for student retention.
- Serve as liaison between core partners, stakeholders and comply with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
- Advise students regarding various services and resources at MTC.
- Visit Manatee County Schools to promote programs at MTC as appropriate.
- Administer career interest inventories to students and interpret results.
- Use test data, career interest inventories, and other student information to advise students about course/program selections.
- Interact with instructors about student performance.
- Document services to students.
- Provide career interest information through conferences, printed materials, job shadowing, and other appropriate activities.
- Support students in work based experiences.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
- Meet and deal effectively with the general public, staff members, students, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
- Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
- Model and maintain high ethical standards.
- Represent the school/District in a positive and professional manner.
- Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
- Follow federal and state laws as well as School Board policies, rules and regulations.
- Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
- Maintain expertise in assigned area to fulfill project goals and objectives.
- Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
Board approved:
Revised:
07/8/2002
05/21/2007 New Format
12/13/2016
06/12/2018
SALARY SCHEDULE: SAMP
PAY GRADE: D05
SHORT TITLE: STS098
STATE JOB CODE: 61237
Pay Scale
Approved Budget Annual Salary Range : : $47,470 - $51,406 + Referendum Funds
Other Information
Additional Requirements of Position:
Proficient in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Bilingual, Preferable in Spanish
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in education counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in school counseling, clinical mental health counseling, or a related field
- State licensure or certification as a professional school counselor or licensed professional counselor
- Experience conducting individual and group counseling sessions with K-12 or college-age students
- Proficiency with student information systems such as Naviance, Ellucian, or Infinite Campus
- Knowledge of college admissions processes, financial aid systems, and career development frameworks
- Strong case documentation skills and familiarity with FERPA confidentiality requirements
Tips for Your Education Counselor Job Search
Tailor your resume to each setting
K-12 schools, community colleges, and nonprofits each expect different emphases. Highlight caseload size and student population data for school district roles, and shift toward program outcomes and grant-funded initiatives when applying to higher education or community-based organizations.
Earn credentials that open more doors
Many education counselor postings require or strongly prefer state licensure or a National Certified Counselor credential. Check your target state's school counselor certification requirements early, because application timelines and supervised hours vary significantly from state to state.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists education counselor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by school type and student population
Filtering openings by institution type, such as Title I schools, two-year colleges, or graduate programs, surfaces roles where your specific experience with particular student demographics gives you a competitive advantage over generalist applicants.
Prepare scenario answers around caseload challenges
Interviewers for education counselor roles routinely ask how you handle high caseloads, crisis situations, or students with IEPs. Prepare two or three concrete examples from past experience that show your process for prioritizing and documenting student contacts.
Negotiate start date around the academic calendar
School-based and university counselor roles often have firm start dates tied to the semester or fiscal year. Know the institution's calendar before your offer conversation so you can negotiate start date, professional development funding, and caseload expectations from an informed position.
Education Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most education counselors?
The most active employers for education counselors right now are Grand Canyon Education, William & Mary, and Butler University, and the most openings are in Virginia, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. School districts and public university systems tend to post the highest volume of openings on a rolling basis throughout the hiring season.
How many education counselor jobs are remote?
About 67% of education counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in virtual school programs, online college advising services, and career development roles at fully online institutions rather than traditional campus-based or K-12 district positions.
How do you become an education counselor?
You typically need a master's degree in school counseling or a closely related field, followed by a supervised practicum or internship completed as part of your graduate program. After graduating, you apply for your state's school counselor or professional counselor license, which requires passing a standardized exam such as the Praxis School Counselor or NCE. Some states also require background checks and additional coursework specific to their certification standards before you can practice in public schools.
Can you get hired as an education counselor with little or no experience?
Yes, especially if your graduate program included a practicum or internship at a school or college advising center, because most employers count supervised clinical hours as direct experience. Entry-level roles at community colleges, nonprofit college access programs, and virtual high schools tend to be more open to candidates who are newly licensed. Volunteering with college prep programs or serving as a peer mentor during graduate school also strengthens your application when paid experience is limited.
What does the education counselor interview process look like?
Most education counselor interviews begin with a phone or video screening focused on your licensure status and background with specific student populations. A panel interview typically follows, often including a school principal, department head, or dean of students, and commonly features scenario-based questions about crisis response, caseload management, and working with families. Some districts and universities add a brief presentation or role-play exercise to assess how you communicate with students directly.
Where can I find and apply to education counselor jobs?
You can find and apply to education counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization, institution type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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