School Counselor at Bryce Valley High

Position Announcement:

Garfield County School District is seeking a dedicated and student-centered High School Counselor to join our team at Bryce Valley High School beginning with the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will provide academic, career, and personal counseling services to students while fostering a supportive and positive learning environment. This position is in Tropic, Utah and may also require teaching responsibilities, depending on the needs of the school.

Salary:

Step & Lane will be determined based on the 2025-2026 Garfield County School District Certified Salary Schedule; competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a benefited position working 177-day contract/4 days a week; and includes retirement, health/life insurance & paid time off.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide academic advising and assist students in course selection and graduation planning.
• Offer career guidance, including college and career readiness support.
• Provide social and emotional counseling to support students’ well-being.
• Develop and implement programs to support student success.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to address student needs.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and peer mediation as necessary.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records.
• Support standardized testing and student assessment efforts.
• Teach courses as assigned based on school needs.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or a related field.
• Valid Utah Professional Educator License with a School Counselor endorsement (or ability to obtain one).
• Experience working with high school students preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and families.
• Flexibility to teach classes if required.

Application:

Download Application and complete before submitting. A complete application must include a Garfield County School District Certified application; cover letter outlining relevant experience; detailed resume; copies of certifications/licenses; and three current letters of recommendation. 

Please upload a complete application below.

Application packets also accepted at:

Garfield County School District

P.O. Box 398

145 East Center

Panguitch, Utah 84759

Please direct questions to Principal Andy Carlsen at andy.carlsen@garfk12.org or 435-679-8835.

Applications will be screened, and the most qualified candidates will be granted interviews.

Deadline: 

Friday, April 25, 2025, at 12:00 p.m.

Garfield County School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Garfield County School District reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications.