Anticipated School Counselor

Roselle Park School District; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits package (medical, Rx,?

Paid sick, personal and bereavement

Pension/Retirement system (TPAF)

Job summary

Roselle Park School District is seeking an anticipated School Counselor at Sherman Elementary School. The full-time, 10-month position starts August 2026 with duties including academic, career and social-emotional support, and managing 504 plans.

The counselor will serve on the I&RS team and coordinate district initiatives while supporting families and staff. The role requires NJ School Counselor endorsement, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle a 220-student caseload within a

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Educational Services Endorsement - School Counselor.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and community groups.
• Broad knowledge of testing and evaluation, guidance program design and career information.
• Criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident status.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, career and social emotional support to students in grades 6-8.
• Manage a caseload of approximately 220 students.
• Create, implement and manage Section 504 plans.
• Participate as a member of the I&RS team.
• Create and deliver school-wide programming to fulfill NJDOE initiatives.
• Serve as a parent/guardian point of contact for academic and school related concerns.
• Assist administration and staff with daily operations including arrival/dismissal and lunchtime coverage.

Skills

Communication

Student support

Team collaboration

Family outreach

Education

NJ School Counselor Endorsement

Job description

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ Guidance Counselor
• Date Posted: 8/6/2026
• Location: Sherman Elementary School
• Date Available: 08/2026

Anticipated School Counselor

Sherman Elementary School

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-Time, 10-Month Position

START DATE

August, 2026

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide academic, career and social emotional support and intervention to students in grades 6-8.
• Manage a caseload of approximately 220 students.
• Create, implement and manage Section 504 plans.
• Participate as a member of the I&RS team.
• Create and deliver school-wide programming to fulfill NJDOE initiatives (i.e. Week of Respect, etc..).
• Serve as a parent/guardian point of contact for academic and school related concerns.
• Assist administration and staff with daily school operations including but not limited to arrival/dismissal and lunchtime cafeteria coverage as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid New Jersey Educational Services Endorsement - School Counselor
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community groups and organizations.
• Broad knowledge of testing and evaluation, theories of individual and group guidance techniques, elementary/secondary school guidance program design and career educational information and placement.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status.

SALARY

$70,251.00 - $74,961 Final salary commensurate with experience and in accordance with the Roselle Park Education Association's collectively bargained agreement

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive health benefits package including medical, prescription, and dental benefits
• Paid sick, personal, and bereavement allotments
• Participation in NJ Division of Pensions & Benefits TPAF Retirement System

Equal Opportunity Employer: Roselle Park School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Pay Transparency Notice: In accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act, the compensation and benefits information provided above reflects a good faith estimate for the position. Final compensation may be influenced by factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, education, and alignment with the needs of the district.