Immediate: Long Term Substitute, Counselor, Luxmanor ES, Part Time

Montgomery County Public Schools, MD; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery County Public Schools seeks a 0.5 FTE Long Term Substitute Counselor at Luxmanor Elementary School in Montgomery County. This temporary position covers until December 2026 and includes required clearances under MCPS policies.

The counselor will deliver a developmental guidance program, support students' academic, career, and personal growth, and collaborate with staff, parents, and community members. A Master’s degree in school counseling and Maryland certification are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in school guidance and counseling.
• Meets Maryland state certification requirements.
• Experience as teacher or counselor preferred.
• Requires attendance at meetings outside instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive developmental program of guidance and counseling.
• Assist students in academic achievement, career/educational decision making, and personal development.
• Act as consultant to school staff, parents, and community members.
• Attend required meetings and activities outside instructional day as needed.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Teamwork

Computer skills

Education

Master's in School Guidance and Counseling

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description - Immediate: Long Term Substitute, Counselor, Luxmanor ES, Part Time (260078W)

Job Description

Immediate: Long Term Substitute, Counselor, Luxmanor ES, Part Time

Job Specific Information

We are looking for a 0.5 Counselor Long Term Substitute to cover until December 2026. There are specific provisions that go along with this positition so it will come with an additional level of clearence. Wage range is dependent on multiple factors. For wage information for this position, please contact the hiring manager. The exact wage depends on multiple factors including but not limited to: the nature of the project, prior experience in MCPS, and current negotiated agreements. This is a Temporary Part Time (TPT) position that does not include benefits.

MCPS Official Job Description

Summary Description:

Under direction, provides a comprehensive developmental program of guidance and counseling to assist students in the area of academic achievement, career/educational decision making, and personal and social development. Acts as consultant, in this regard, to school staff, parents, and community members.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.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the MCPS Policies and Procedures, Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program, and Program of Studies. Knowledge of growth and development stages of children. Ability to read, take notes, and interpret written material. Ability to work effectively as part of a team or independently with staff, students, and parents. Ability to use a computer and other technological equipment. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to speak effectively to 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.