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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Career Counselor MFIP

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

Position Summary: The MFIP Career Counselor serves as an advocate for participants in the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP), providing employment support to participants through ongoing...

School Social Worker (Middle School) - 1.0 FTE

  • Kasson, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Kasson, MN
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/Social Worker Date Posted: 6/17/2025 Location: Middle School Date Available: August 2025 Closing Date: open until filled   Additional Information:...

High School Counselor

  • Albert Lea, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Albert Lea, MN
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Licensed Staff/ Licensed Staff / Secondary Date Posted: 6/18/2025 Location: Albert Lea High School Date Available: 08/11/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled    Position...

Long Term Sub- School Social Worker

  • Moorhead, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Moorhead, MN
  • 4 days ago

Long-term sub needed from 8/25/25 through 12/12/25 at Dorothy Dodds Elementary. Social Work degree and MN School Social Worker Teaching License required. Provides early intervention and prevention...

Teacher, School Counselor - Candidate Pool (2025-2026)

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 5 days ago

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS A valid Minnesota teaching license as a K-12 or secondary Guidance Counselor; or proof of pending approved licensure Final candidates may be invited to interview...

Guidance Counselor (Secondary School Programs)

  • Rosemount, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Rosemount, MN
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: DCALS Home of Career and Technical Education/ Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 6/17/2025 Location: Dakota County Area Learning School, Rosemount MN Date Available: 08/19/2025   ...

Part - Time Guidance Counselor (Secondary School Programs)

  • Rosemount, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Rosemount, MN
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: DCALS Home of Career and Technical Education/ Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 6/17/2025 Location: Dakota County Area Learning School, Rosemount MN Date Available: 08/19/2025   ...

ADSIS Behavior/School Counselor

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 6 days ago

ADSIS Behavior/School Counselor JobID: 1130 Position Type: Educational Support Staff Date Posted: 6/12/2025 Location: Upper School At Lakes International Language Academy, an International...

School Social Worker - 1.0 LTS

  • Rochester, MN
  • 7 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 7 days ago

Openings as of 6/14/2025 School Social Worker - 1.0 LTS JobID: 20622 Position Type: Special Education Teaching/Social Worker Date Posted: 6/11/2025 Location: Churchill/Hoover Elementary Schools...

Guidance Counselor 0.8 FTE

  • Duluth, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Duluth, MN
  • 9 days ago

Qualifications: Current Valid MN K-12 Guidance Counselor teaching licensure....

7-12 Licensed School Counselor / Licensed School Social Worker

  • Holdingford, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Holdingford, MN
  • 10 days 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...

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

  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 14 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
  • 14 days ago
  • MN
  • 14 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
  • 14 days ago
  • Big Lake, MN
  • 14 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...

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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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