61231 School Counselor

Monroe County School District; Marathon (FL); On-site; USD 62,700 - 104,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Comprehensive employee benefits

Job summary

The Monroe County School District is seeking a School Counselor for the Stanley Switlik Elementary School in Marathon, FL, for the 2026-2027 school year. This position involves providing counseling services to students from kindergarten through fifth grade, supporting their academic and emotional development.

Eligible candidates must hold a Master's degree in School Counseling and Florida certification. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $62,700 to $104,700, based on experience, and various benefits including paid leave and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required for certification in School Counseling.
• Eligibility for Florida certification in counseling is essential.
• Experience with K-5 grade levels is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services to students in grades K-5.
• Support students' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents for student success.

Skills

Eligibility for Florida certification

Master's Degree in School Counseling

Experience in counseling

Education

Master's Degree in School Counseling or related field

Job description

Location: Stanley Switlik Elementary School

Address: 3400 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050

Start/Dismissal Times: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Position: School Counselor

Grade Levels: K-5

School Year: 2026-2027

Start Date: August 3, 2026

Salary: Base Salary ranges from $62,700 to $104,700, commensurate with experience.

Detailed compensation info for newly hired teachers is available in our Instructional Salary Placement Guide for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Benefits: Explore our comprehensive 2026 Employee Benefits Guide with insurance premium rates conveniently listed on page 13.

Retirement: Choose between the Florida Retirement System Pension Plan or Investment Plan.

Leave: Teachers who start in August earn a total of 10 days of paid leave during the year.

Background Screening: Employment for this position is contingent upon successful completion of background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Applicants may review important information about the screening process at: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Eligibility for Florida certification is required. FL certification in School Counseling (grades PK-12) is a prerequisite for teaching in field. The Bureau of Educator Certification has developed instructional videos to guide applicants through the certification process, covering topics such as Florida's Online Educator Certification System Set-up and the Florida Teacher Certification Application. Visit https://flcertify.fldoe.org/datamart/mainMenu.do to login or create a new user account.

How to Become FL Certified in School Counseling (grades PK-12)

• Out-of-State Certification: If you hold an unexpired, out-of-state, professional educator certificate in this subject area, please apply for Florida reciprocity.
• Master's Degree in School Counseling: Commonly accepted Master's degree (or higher degree) majors for a Florida temporary educator certificate include: School Guidance and Counseling, School Counseling, and School Guidance.