FY27: Long Term Substitute Counselor, Secondary, Silver Spring International MS, Part Time

Montgomery County Public Schools; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 51,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools in Silver Spring is seeking a part-time School Counselor for a long-term substitute assignment at Silver Spring International Middle School. The role runs 9 am–1 pm, five days a week during 10/08/26–01/13/27, providing counseling in academics, career/education decisions, and personal-social development.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, parents, and the community, requires knowledge of MCPS policies, a master's degree in guidance and counseling,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in school guidance and counseling.
• Maryland state certification for school guidance and counseling.
• Experience as teacher and/or counselor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling to students in academic achievement, career/educational decisions, and personal-social development.
• Act as a consultant to staff, parents, and the community.
• Attend school meetings/programs outside the instructional day as required.

Skills

MCPS policies

Guidance program

Program of studies

Adolescent development

Reading & notes

Teamwork

Independence

Computer literacy

Online scheduling

Oral & written communication

Education

Master's degree in school guidance and counseling

Maryland certification for school guidance and counseling

Job description

Summary Description

Under direction, is responsible for providing comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling services to students in the area of academic achievement, career and educational decision making and personal/social development. Acts as a consultant in this regard to staff, parents and community. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Summary Description

Under direction, is responsible for providing comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling services to students in the area of academic achievement, career and educational decision making and personal/social development. Acts as a consultant in this regard to staff, parents and community. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Job Specific Information

This long-term substitute counselor assignment is part-time 4 hours x day. Hours: 9 am - 1 pm Dates of assignment from 10/08/26 - 01/13/27 SUBSTITUTE: The wage range for this position is between $20.95 and $37.00 per hour. This position does not include benefits.

Job

School Counselors

Job Grade

BD

Organization

Silver Spring International Middle School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Part-time

Working Months

10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Aug 18, 2026, 11:54:38 AM

Knowledge Skills Abilities

Thorough knowledge of MCPS Policies and Procedures, Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program, and Program of Studies. Knowledge of growth and developmental stages of adolescents. Ability to read, take notes, and interpret written materials. Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently with staff, students, and parents. Ability to use a computer and other technological equipment. Ability to use the computer for on-line scheduling. Excellent oral and written communication skill^s with the ability to speak effectively to both large and small groups. Excellent human relations skills with the ability to establish good relationships with many different types of individuals and groups

Education Training Experience

Master^s degree from an accredited college or university in school guidance and counseling; Experience as a teacher and/or counselor preferred.Certificate License:Meets Maryland state certification requirements for school guidance and counseling.