High School Counselor, 1.0 FTE

Auburn School District

$83K — $148K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Washington State ESA Certificate with School Counselor endorsement (or ability to obtain)
  • Experience working with high school students in counseling roles
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to support diverse student populations
  • Knowledge of mental health resources and educational planning

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and group counseling to students
  • Assist students in academic and personal development
  • Collaborate with faculty, staff, and parents to support student success
  • Develop and implement school counseling programs and interventions
  • Monitor and support students with behavioral challenges

Benefits

  • Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB)
  • Washington state retirement package for eligible positions
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Long-term Disability coverage
  • Life and AD+D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program and various supplemental benefits like paid leave and 403(b) plans
Full Job Description
Position Type:
Certificated Support Staff/School Counselor

Date Posted:
7/1/2026

Location:
Scriber Lake High School

Closing Date:
07/09/2026
About the Position
This is a 1.0 FTE continuing contract position for a School Counselor at Scriber Lake High School that begins with the 2026-27 school year.

Required Qualifications:
Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) Certificate with a School Counselor endorsement or the ability to obtain one prior to the position start date.

A complete application includes:
Cover Letter, Resume, 2 Confidential Reference Surveys* (forms will be automatically emailed to your references), 2 Letters of Recommendation, and Transcripts.
*To move forward in the selection process your confidential reference forms must be completed by 11:00 p.m. on the closing date.

Salary:
2025-26 Salary Schedule Range: $83,305 through $148,226 (2026-27 Salary Schedule not yet finalized). Placement on this salary schedule is determined by FTE and official documentation verifying Educational Level and Certificated Work Experience and will be prorated for less than a full year and/or FTE.

Benefits:
Our benefits package includes Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package for eligible positions.
  • Eligibility for health insurance is based on whether the employee is anticipated to be compensated at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). For the 2026-27 school year a .5 FTE continuing contract position will meet that eligibility threshold. Eligibility for a non-continuing contract position will be determined at the time of hire by counting the total anticipated compensated hours from the date of hire through the end of the non-continuing contract. Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Long-term Disability, Life and AD+D Insurance and options for HSA, FSA and DCAP.
  • Eligibility for retirement is based on whether the employee is anticipated to work at least 70 hours per month for 5 months during the school year. For the 2026-27 school year a .6 FTE (either continuing or non-continuing) meets that eligibility threshold.
  • Most employees have a wide variety of supplemental benefits to take advantage of:
    • Life Insurance
    • Paid Sick Leave
    • Paid Personal Leave
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Deferred Compensation Plan
    • 403(b) Plans


Physical Requirements/Demands:
The physical demands described here outline tasks required to perform the essential functions of this job. The district is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to support individuals with disabilities in meeting these requirements.

While fulfilling the responsibilities of this job, the employee is expected to navigate various school and classroom environments. The role may involve assisting students who need physical support or exhibit challenging behaviors. The role requires communicating with others regularly. Tasks may include frequent manual work using hands or fingers, as well as occasional reaching, bending, or twisting. The position may require moving objects regularly weighing up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 25 pounds. Visual requirements include performing close-range tasks and adjusting focus as necessary.

How to Apply:
Complete all steps and submit an Employment Application through Edmonds School District on Applitrack.com. Please make sure to select the desired job vacancy in Step 4 of the application process. Due to the number of applications we receive, only candidates who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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