Entry Level School Counselor Jobs
New grad school counselor jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship placement or supervised practicum often carries more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like IDEA Public Schools, Memphis-Shelby County Schools, and Savannah Chatham County Public School System hiring at this level now.
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- Master's degree from an accredited college or university
- General qualifications of a teacher and a valid Texas school counselor certificate
- Minimum two (2) years of teaching experience
Counselor/Counselor - Elementary
8/14/2026
Caraway Elementary
August 14, 2026
We are accepting applications for the position of Counselor at Caraway ACE Elementary School. All applicants must follow one of the following processes:
Process for Out of District Applicants: Out of district applicants are required to complete an on-line application. All requested documents as indicated in the posting must be uploaded to the application.
Process for District Employees: District employees must complete an online administrative application in Frontline. If an employee does not already have an application in Frontline, they will need to create a new user ID and password to apply for the specific position.
Applicants for this position must have the following qualifications and experience:
To be considered for this position, interested applicants must upload the following documents to their employment application:
1) Letter of interest
2) Official transcript(s) showing all administrative coursework
3) Current resume
4) Copy of your Texas counselor certificate or a copy of your exam results
NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REQUESTED DOCUMENTS.
Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Caraway ACE Elementary School at (281) 878-0320.
Sincerely,
Dr. Javier Villarreal
Chief of Talent and Performance Management
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university
- General qualifications of a teacher and a valid Texas school counselor certificate
- Minimum two (2) years of teaching experience
Counselor/Counselor - Elementary
8/14/2026
Caraway Elementary
August 14, 2026
We are accepting applications for the position of Counselor at Caraway ACE Elementary School. All applicants must follow one of the following processes:
Process for Out of District Applicants: Out of district applicants are required to complete an on-line application. All requested documents as indicated in the posting must be uploaded to the application.
Process for District Employees: District employees must complete an online administrative application in Frontline. If an employee does not already have an application in Frontline, they will need to create a new user ID and password to apply for the specific position.
Applicants for this position must have the following qualifications and experience:
To be considered for this position, interested applicants must upload the following documents to their employment application:
1) Letter of interest
2) Official transcript(s) showing all administrative coursework
3) Current resume
4) Copy of your Texas counselor certificate or a copy of your exam results
NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REQUESTED DOCUMENTS.
Should you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Caraway ACE Elementary School at (281) 878-0320.
Sincerely,
Dr. Javier Villarreal
Chief of Talent and Performance Management
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Entry Level School Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level school counselor job?
Start by completing your state licensure requirements, which typically include a master's degree in school counseling and a supervised internship. Hiring managers at this level look for documented practicum hours, familiarity with counseling frameworks like ASCA, and experience working directly with students. A strong letter of recommendation from a supervising counselor and a clear case for your counseling philosophy can set you apart from other new graduates.
Which companies hire entry level school counselors?
Companies hiring entry level school counselors right now include IDEA Public Schools, Memphis-Shelby County Schools, and Savannah Chatham County Public School System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring comes primarily from public school districts, charter school networks, and private K-12 institutions that are actively building or replacing their counseling staff.
Are there remote entry level school counselor jobs?
Yes, though remote options are limited compared to other fields since most school counselor roles require an in-person presence. About 7% of entry level school counselor openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be with virtual charter schools, online learning platforms, or district-level administrative support roles rather than traditional campus-based positions.
Are these new grad school counselor jobs?
Yes, the entry level school counselor openings listed here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts supervised internship or practicum hours toward the requirement, or explicitly invites candidates who are newly licensed. These roles are designed for counselors who are early in their careers, not yet managing departments or leading district programs.
Which industries hire the most entry level school counselors?
Entry Level school counselor roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they face consistent demand for student support services and often have structured onboarding or mentorship programs that make them accessible to candidates fresh out of a graduate counseling program.