Guidance Counselor Jobs in Mississippi

A Guidance Counselor, also known as a School Counselor, plays a crucial role in school administration. They provide support to students, helping them with their academic, career, and emotional development. They often work closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure that students are getting the help they need. Guidance Counselors also play a role in crisis intervention, working with students who are struggling with issues such as bullying, family problems, or mental health concerns. They may also help with college and career planning, providing information and resources to students as they prepare for life after high school.

A Guidance Counselor should be a good listener and communicator, and should have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. They must also be compassionate and empathetic, with a deep understanding of child psychology and development. A master's degree in school counseling or a related field is typically required, and most states require school counselors to be certified or licensed. Prior to becoming a Guidance Counselor, a person may have roles such as a Teacher, a Social Worker, or a School Psychologist, all of which can provide valuable experience and skills for the counseling role.

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Admissions Counselor I

  • Mississippi State, MS
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mississippi State, MS
  • 4 hours ago

Work closely with high school guidance counselors in assigned territory in the recruitment of prospective students. 17....

Academic Coach

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 1 day ago

Posted:3/5/2025Closing:3/31/2025 Until Filled Posting:Academic Coach Location:Saltillo Elem Job Category:Teacher Schedule: Salary:$0.00 - $0.00 Licensed Position:YESFull Time:YES Job Description...

Elementary School Counselor

  • Senatobia, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Senatobia, MS
  • 1 day ago

Elementary School Counselor Senatobia Municipal School District Senatobia Elementary School - Senatobia, Mississippi This job is also posted in Senatobia Municipal School District Job Details Job...

Athletic Academic Counselor II

  • Itta Bena, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Itta Bena, MS
  • 6 days ago

Athletic Academic Counselor II Mississippi Valley State University in Itta Bena, MS Apply Now Type: Full-Time Posted: 03/03/2025 Application Due: Open Until Filled Category: Athletics - Athletic...

School Counselor - Elementary

  • Clinton, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Clinton, MS
  • 7 days ago

School Counselor - Elementary Clinton Public Schools Clinton Park Elementary - Clinton, Mississippi This job is also posted in Clinton Public Schools Job Details Job ID:5020321 Application...

DEOC Academic Counselor

  • Cleveland, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Cleveland, MS
  • 7 days ago

Work closely with the Office of Financial Aid, Student Service Centers, and Career Services at each of the community colleges and universities in the 12 county service area. 10....

Academic Coach - Casper E. Hall

  • Duncan, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Duncan, MS
  • 10 days ago

After school/Summer school facilitation School improvement activities/funding MTSS School/District/State testing Curriculum organization In-service sessions for faculty Other administrative tasks as...

Guidance Counselor Sy2526

  • Jackson, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 13 days ago

GUIDANCE COUNSELOR SY2526 Jackson Public Schools MS North Jackson Elementary School - Jackson, Mississippi This job is also posted in Jackson Public Schools MS Job Details Job ID:5023492 Application...

Admissions Counselor I (Campus Visit Specialist)

  • University, MS
  • 16 days ago
  • University, MS
  • 16 days ago

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking an ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR I (CAMPUS VISIT SPECIALIST) to represent the institution to prospective undergraduate students and their families...

Regional Admissions Counselor - Austin, TX region

  • New Site, MS
  • 18 days ago
  • New Site, MS
  • 18 days ago

Admissions is a unit of the Division of Student Services & Enrollment Management and works closely with several other units of that division, especially Scholarships/Financial Aid and Orientation, as...

VIRTUAL School Social Worker Needed in Mississippi

  • Jackson, MS
  • 23 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 23 days ago

Job Alert: 100% Remote School Social Worker Needed for Small Caseload in Mississippi Job requires Mississippi School Social Worker certification but can live anywhere in the US Must have 2 years...

Guidance Counselor (2795)

  • Jackson, MS
  • 25 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 25 days ago

Madison County Schools Guidance Counselor (2795) in Jackson , Mississippi Location: Madison Crossing Elementary Date Available: 07/07/2025 Closing Date: 03/28/2025 ll Applicants Must Apply Online: Must...

Admissions Advisor Jackson, MS

  • Belzoni, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Belzoni, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Average Yearly Pay $65,000 Top Performers Earning $100,000 Hometime Daily Account Division Roadmaster Driver Type Instructor/Office Endorsements None Required WE WANT YOU! Roadmaster Drivers...

Lead Guidance Counselor Sy2526

  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 30+ days ago

LEAD GUIDANCE COUNSELOR SY2526 Qualifications Possess a valid state certificate endorsed in guidance (MS Certification Code 436) and three or more years teaching experience in an elementary school Reports...

Academic Coach Candidate Pool

  • Brookhaven, MS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brookhaven, MS
  • 30+ days ago

Academic Coach Candidate Pool Brookhaven School District Central Office - Brookhaven, Mississippi This job is also posted in Brookhaven School District Job Details Job ID:4960057 Application...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Guidance Counselor Jobs in Mississippi

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Guidance Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Guidance Counselors in Mississippi offer the following education background
Master's Degree
63.2%
Bachelor's Degree
19.8%
Doctorate Degree
11.1%
Associate's Degree
2.2%
High School or GED
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.3%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Guidance Counselors in Mississippi
None
27.5%
1-2 years
24.5%
Less than 1 year
24.0%
2-4 years
24.0%



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