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Guidance Counselor roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under USMCA when the position requires a bachelor's degree in counseling, psychology, or a related field. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens require consular processing with an annual allocation.
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Get Access To All JobsGRANT-FUNDED POSITION. CANDIDATE MUST HOLD A VALID SCHOOL COUNSELOR PreK-12 CERTIFICATE.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & ADA Compliance attached for your review
Please visit https: //www.vailschooldistrict.org/page/salary-guides to view our Certified Salary Guide.
SUMMARY
The school counselor's primary role is working with students. In addition, the counselor serves as a consultant, resource person, guidance specialist, researcher and educator. These roles support the function of counseling of students and allow the counselor to serve as the students' advocate. Develops and implements a curriculum program consistent with district educational goals and objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only, and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this job class.
A. Counseling Students
- Assist the student in understanding and accepting himself/herself as an individual and enabling the student to express an awareness of his/her feelings, values and needs.
- Assist the pupil in the development of the ability to cope with and solve problems competently.
B. Consultation
- Clarify guidance and counseling services available through the school.
- Resource person on the growth and development of students.
- Assist parents in developing realistic perceptions of their children's aptitudes, abilities, interests, attitudes and development in terms of educational and occupational planning, school progress and social progress.
- Share appropriate information with staff members, noting the need for confidentially.
- Identify pupils with special needs and make appropriate referrals.
- Participate in staff meetings and case conferences.
- Assist teachers in gathering materials and planning activities for classroom guidance.
- Disseminate materials and information concerning college requirements, college entrance examinations, financial aid, and career trends.
C. Guidance
- Primary responsibility in the area of student guidance.
- Head a guidance activity with a classroom.
- Head a guidance activity with a small group of students.
- Work with individual students in the area of guidance.
- Articulation of services available between both middle and high school, as well as between high school and college.
- Assist in assessment of potential aptitude and interpretation of achievement instruments.
D. Evaluation
- Write, distribute and evaluate post high school follow-up survey.
- Evaluate school guidance program, using data retrieved from survey.
- May monitor the activities of a teacher assistant and volunteers.
- Orders supplies and instructional materials.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will supervise students.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A. Required
- Master's degree in Guidance and Counseling.
- Valid Arizona Guidance Counselor Certificate Pre K-12.
- Willingness to assist with co-curricular and/or extra-curricular activities.
B. Desired
- Prior teaching experience.
- Prior experience as a high school counselor.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Classroom environment Indoors and outdoors All weather conditions/temperatures. Playground environment. Contact with public, employees, children and parents. Exposure to noise, dust, gas and fumes.
GRANT-FUNDED POSITION. CANDIDATE MUST HOLD A VALID SCHOOL COUNSELOR PreK-12 CERTIFICATE.
Notice of Non-Discrimination & ADA Compliance attached for your review
Please visit https: //www.vailschooldistrict.org/page/salary-guides to view our Certified Salary Guide.
SUMMARY
The school counselor's primary role is working with students. In addition, the counselor serves as a consultant, resource person, guidance specialist, researcher and educator. These roles support the function of counseling of students and allow the counselor to serve as the students' advocate. Develops and implements a curriculum program consistent with district educational goals and objectives.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only, and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this job class.
A. Counseling Students
- Assist the student in understanding and accepting himself/herself as an individual and enabling the student to express an awareness of his/her feelings, values and needs.
- Assist the pupil in the development of the ability to cope with and solve problems competently.
B. Consultation
- Clarify guidance and counseling services available through the school.
- Resource person on the growth and development of students.
- Assist parents in developing realistic perceptions of their children's aptitudes, abilities, interests, attitudes and development in terms of educational and occupational planning, school progress and social progress.
- Share appropriate information with staff members, noting the need for confidentially.
- Identify pupils with special needs and make appropriate referrals.
- Participate in staff meetings and case conferences.
- Assist teachers in gathering materials and planning activities for classroom guidance.
- Disseminate materials and information concerning college requirements, college entrance examinations, financial aid, and career trends.
C. Guidance
- Primary responsibility in the area of student guidance.
- Head a guidance activity with a classroom.
- Head a guidance activity with a small group of students.
- Work with individual students in the area of guidance.
- Articulation of services available between both middle and high school, as well as between high school and college.
- Assist in assessment of potential aptitude and interpretation of achievement instruments.
D. Evaluation
- Write, distribute and evaluate post high school follow-up survey.
- Evaluate school guidance program, using data retrieved from survey.
- May monitor the activities of a teacher assistant and volunteers.
- Orders supplies and instructional materials.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position will supervise students.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A. Required
- Master's degree in Guidance and Counseling.
- Valid Arizona Guidance Counselor Certificate Pre K-12.
- Willingness to assist with co-curricular and/or extra-curricular activities.
B. Desired
- Prior teaching experience.
- Prior experience as a high school counselor.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel and type; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Classroom environment Indoors and outdoors All weather conditions/temperatures. Playground environment. Contact with public, employees, children and parents. Exposure to noise, dust, gas and fumes.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Guidance Counselor
Verify your credential matches the TN definition
TN eligibility for Guidance Counselors requires a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in counseling or a directly related field. A degree in general education without a counseling concentration has been flagged at ports of entry, so confirm your transcript reflects the qualifying specialty.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
School districts, universities, and community mental health organizations regularly sponsor TN visas for counseling staff. Focus your search on institutions with recent visa filings, since their HR teams are experienced with work visa sponsorship and familiar with supporting international hiring.
Get your state licensure or certification early
Many U.S. states require school counselors to hold a state-issued credential before or shortly after hire. Confirm whether your target state requires a license, since some CBP officers ask about licensure plans as part of assessing whether the role genuinely qualifies as a specialty occupation.
Structure your offer letter to satisfy CBP standards
Your employer's offer letter must specify the job title as Guidance Counselor, state that a degree in counseling or a related field is required, and confirm the position is full-time. Vague letters describing duties without degree requirements are a common cause of TN denials at the border.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who sponsor TN visas
Searching general job boards surfaces roles without any indication of sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate filters specifically for TN visa sponsorship opportunities, letting you target Guidance Counselor openings at employers already prepared to support your application.
Prepare for Mexican nationals' consular appointment timeline
Mexican citizens cannot use the land-border expedited process available to Canadians and must schedule a consular interview, which can take several weeks depending on the U.S. consulate's availability. Build this timeline into your start date negotiation with your employer.
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Find Guidance Counselor JobsGuidance Counselor TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Guidance Counselor role actually qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Guidance Counselor is a listed TN occupation under USMCA. The role must require a baccalaureate or licenciatura degree in counseling, psychology, or a closely related field. CBP officers assess both your credentials and the employer's job requirements, so the offer letter and your degree transcripts both need to clearly reflect a counseling specialization, not just a general education background.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Guidance Counselor positions?
TN is significantly more accessible for this role. There's no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and an approved petition is not required before starting work. H-1B requires employer sponsorship through a lottery process with an annual cap of 85,000, meaning even qualified candidates may wait years for selection. TN can be obtained the same day at a Canadian port of entry, making it the practical first choice for eligible counselors.
Can I find Guidance Counselor jobs with TN visa sponsorship on Migrate Mate?
Yes. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles under TN and other USMCA-eligible visa categories. You can search Guidance Counselor openings filtered by TN sponsorship, so you're only seeing employers already prepared to support your visa, rather than manually screening hundreds of general listings.
Will my Canadian or Mexican counseling license be accepted by U.S. employers?
Foreign licenses are not automatically recognized. U.S. states set their own counselor credentialing requirements, and most require an American license for school-based positions. Your employer can typically hire you under TN status while you complete state licensure requirements, but you'll need to confirm the target state's rules and timeline. Some states offer provisional credentials for internationally trained counselors.
How long does TN status last and can I renew it for a Guidance Counselor role?
TN status is granted for up to three years per admission and can be renewed indefinitely in three-year increments as long as you maintain qualifying employment. For Guidance Counselors, each renewal requires demonstrating continued employment in a role that meets the degree-required specialty occupation standard. There's no cap on renewals, making TN a long-term option if you're not pursuing permanent residency.
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