What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2025-26 Middle & High School Counselors position at Green Dot Public Schools?
OPPORTUNITY
Counselors at Green Dot Public Schools are responsible for providing counseling and guidance services to all students, with a particular emphasis on preparing students for college. This includes ensuring that students have taken the necessary coursework to fulfill the California State University and University of California A-G requirements; taken the appropriate college entrance exams; as well as assisting the students in completing their college applications. This position also requires conducting individual and small group counseling for students in need. Expertise with prevention, intervention, developmental and crisis counseling experience is highly desired.
We require all counselors to have a Clear California PPS credential in School Counseling, and a master’s degree in School Counseling is highly preferred.
Our talented staff are committed to continuing their own learning and refining their practice to stay current in the field, ensuring a quality education for all. We offer weekly professional development days, monthly observations, summer training, new staff support meetings, and opportunities for staff to attend conferences. Recognizing the importance of professional empowerment, counselors are represented by the Asociación de Maestros Unidos (AMU), an affiliate of the California Teachers’ Association, and the National Education Association.
Visit https://greendot.org/teach-at-green-dot/ to view our current 2024-25 salary scale (with an accompanying Salary Calculator).
Visit https://mygreendotbenefits.benefitseasy.net/ to learn more about our robust benefit offerings, and https://tinyurl.com/mub9tvxy to view our Los Angeles middle and high school locations.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
> Organize and maintain college catalogs, brochures, handbooks, and other appropriate resource materials
> Coordinate and implement dissemination of information to students, parents, and community members pertaining to the college admissions proces High-quality instruction is at the heart of every Green Dot California school. We achieve better student outcomes and higher graduation rates serving students who need the most, lower per-pupil funding, and a unionized workforce across our 18 public charter schools in the greater Los Angeles area.
We are committed to recruiting, training, and supporting the very best teachers, administrators, and overall talent to attain professional excellence. At Green Dot Public Schools CA, you have the ability to make a difference.
Why Choose Green Dot Public Schools California?
Diverse Staff | Strong Leadership | Partnership with Unions | Benefits
Salary : $62,316 - $127,985
