High School Counselor Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of high school counselor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support to increase student achievement, particularly in academics, college and career access milestones, attendance and behavior.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Knowledge of college and career readiness strategies and programs postsecondary options
• Classroom teaching experience or demonstration of effective classroom instructional practices
• Prior experience as a school counselor
• Knowledge of ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success
• Experience in college and career readiness work including the knowledge of academic, social emotional, and college and career development
• Experience with use of technology in research, school counseling program development, management, and delivery
• Actively involved in school community
• Have demonstrated successful school counseling experience

Please consider me for the high school counselor opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for individual and group counseling to students which may include: academic concerns, behavioral issues, social concerns, and emotional support, and demonstrates age-appropriate counseling practices that meet academic, career, and personal/social needs.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Proficient with technology such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Publisher, Excel)
• Skilled in problem-solving and motivating students
• Applicants who reside in Idaho (or willing to relocate preferred)
• Work alongside the college advisor to implement college advising activities
• Mentor students based on their college and career goals ensuring that they have exposure to their area of focus
• Meet with families regulary to discuss progress
• Develop and plan school wide events and enrichment opportunities for students
• Implement components of the ASCA National Model best practices

In response to your job posting for high school counselor, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for personalized student support and coaching to Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College students regarding career and professional planning.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Demonstrate a knowledge, understanding and value of Career and Technical
• Opportunities in public school education
• Have an understanding of the scheduling process at the secondary and post-secondary levels
• Are able to provide guidance in career planning
• Have a working knowledge of the various post-secondary schools and other agencies
• Experience with student scheduling, comprehensive academic and career planning, 504 guidelines, and Special Education services and guidelines
• Demonstrated experience using/implementing PBIS
• Community agency collaboration experience

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the high school counselor position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for oversight of the Learning Centers to initiate engagement of students in College and Career readiness skills.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Record of collaboration with staff in a variety of roles
• Georgia Educator Certificate in School Counseling P-12
• Experience with Dual Enrollment within the state of Georgia
• Sensitivity to the academic and personal needs of students
• An understanding of and commitment to the mission and vision of University Laboratory High School
• Appropriate state certification for Michigan high school counselor grades 7-12
• Previous experience as a 7-12 teacher preferred
• In-depth knowledge on private and public universities around the country to ensure the

I would like to submit my application for the high school counselor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for support for students that includes career counseling, navigation through the college application process, pursuit of post-secondary career opportunities and the development of portfolios and application materials (High School and Beyond Plan, etc.).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Actively participate in Advisory Council for school counseling
• Complete a “Use of Time” analysis for one week in each semester
• Provide guidance instruction focused on ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors
• Hold Individual Graduation Plan meetings and complete course selection for student caseload
• Follow procedures for dropping courses and changing schedules ensuring that the school’s course selection and drop policies are adhered to
• Understand the requirements for state testing, including EOC, PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams
• Support on-time graduation for all students by providing additional support to off-cohort or off-track students
• Serve as a consultant for staff for student welfare concerns