Guidance Counselor Jobs in Minnesota

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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7-12 Licensed School Counselor / Licensed School Social Worker

  • Holdingford, MN
  • 21 hours ago
  • Holdingford, MN
  • 21 hours ago

7-12 Licensed School Counselor / Licensed School Social Worker Full Time (1.0 FTE) Starting Date: 2025-2026 School Year Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. Holdingford Public Schools is...

School Social Worker - SPED (2025-26)

  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 1 day ago

School Social Worker - SPED (2025-26) St. Cloud School District 742 life insurance, vision insurance United States, Minnesota, St. Cloud Jun 06, 2025 SCHEDULE: FTE Work hours may vary based on...

Career Counselor (Hybrid)

  • Anoka, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Anoka, MN
  • 4 days ago

Job Posting End Date: June 16, 2025 at 11:59pm CST Hiring range: $50,897 to $59,800 annually ($24.47 to $28.75 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications....

Middle School Counselor (Grades 5-8) - August 2025 NEW FULL-TIME

  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 4 days ago

Preferred: Licensure in School Counseling, School Psychology or Social Work; School counseling experience advising students in their academic and personal guidance needs; Experience in a non-profit...

School Counselor NEW FULL-TIME

  • MN
  • 4 days ago
  • MN
  • 4 days ago

School Counselor St. Therese Catholic School of Deephaven 8 active jobs (view) st-therese.school Published June 5, 2025 Expires July 5, 2025 Location 18325 Minnetonka Blvd, Deephaven, MN Category...

Middle School Counselor

  • Big Lake, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Big Lake, MN
  • 4 days ago

Openings as of 6/7/2025 Middle School Counselor JobID: 2683 Position Type: Student Support Services/Teacher/Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 5/30/2025 Location: Middle School Date Available: 25-26 School...

School Social Worker

  • Albany, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, MN
  • 4 days ago

School Social Worker Albany Area Schools Albany, MN ALBANY AREA SCHOOLS June 6, 2025 Summary: We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Social Worker to join our team at Albany...

Career Counselor (Hybrid)

  • Blaine, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Blaine, MN
  • 6 days ago

Hiring range: $50,897 to $59,800 annually ($24.47 to $28.75 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals...

Youth Counselor

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 7 days ago

Title Youth Counselor About the Organization YWCA Minneapolis is a nonprofit organization founded in 1891 as a member of YWCA USA, the oldest and largest multicultural organization in the world....

Middle School Counselor

  • Big Lake, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Big Lake, MN
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/Teacher/Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 5/30/2025 Location: Middle School Date Available: 25-26 School Year Closing Date: until filled Job Summary: Under the...

School Counselor

  • Willmar, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Willmar, MN
  • 8 days ago

counseling programs to respond to identified student needs in the areas of academic support; college and career guidance; individual and/or group counseling support services....

School Social Worker- Student Intervention Coordinator LCR

  • Bloomington, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Bloomington, MN
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Social Work/ Social Work Date Posted: 5/30/2025 Location: Jefferson High School    Position: Social Worker Effective Date: 9/26/25-12/19/25 Hours: FTE 1.0 Pay: Please see...

School Social Worker

  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • White Bear Lake, MN
  • 11 days ago

Bellaire Education Center Bellaire Education Center is a middle school that serves students in grades 6-8 who have autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and developmental cognitive disabilities (DCD)....

Non-Public School Counselor - Concordia Academy - 2025-2026sy

  • Roseville, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Roseville, MN
  • 12 days ago

Non-Public School Counselor - Concordia Academy - 2025-2026sy JobID: 7966 Position Type: Student Services/Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 5/28/2025 Location: Nonpublic Schools Description: Roseville...

Student Services Advisor Minnesota West Community & Technical College

  • Worthington, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Worthington, MN
  • 13 days ago

s degree in related field.Knowledgeable about Minnesota West CTC academic programs, curriculum, student services, resources, policies and procedures.One or more years of experience in advising, admissions...

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Guidance Counselor Jobs in Minnesota

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Guidance Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Guidance Counselors in Minnesota offer the following education background
Master's Degree
63.3%
Bachelor's Degree
19.7%
Doctorate Degree
11.1%
Associate's Degree
2.2%
High School or GED
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.4%
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 Minnesota
None
27.5%
1-2 years
24.5%
Less than 1 year
24.0%
2-4 years
24.0%



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