Impactful School Counselor - Central Elementary

Central Elementary; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Elementary in Belen, New Mexico, seeks a School Counselor for the 2026/2027 school year. This full-time role starts immediately and supports students through individual and group counseling, career guidance, and collaboration with families and staff.

The position requires a Master’s degree and a New Mexico counseling license. Salary ranges from $54,865 to $83,000 per year, commensurate with experience and licensed level.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• New Mexico license applicable to teaching/counseling assignment.
• Ability to implement strategic planning to boost student success.
• Demonstrated counseling techniques for individuals and groups.
• Strong communication with students, parents, staff and administration.
• Understanding of standards-based curriculum and school-to-work counseling.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to address student needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, families and staff to support achievement.
• Assist with career planning and school-to-work opportunities.
• Apply relevant curricula and counseling strategies to enhance outcomes.

Skills

Strategic planning

Counseling techniques

Student communication

Collaboration with staff

Education

Master’s degree

New Mexico counseling license

Job description

Central Elementary in Belen, New Mexico, seeks a School Counselor for the 2026/2027 school year. This full-time role starts immediately and supports students through individual and group counseling, career guidance, and collaboration with families and staff.

The position requires a Master’s degree and a New Mexico counseling license. Salary ranges from $54,865 to $83,000 per year, commensurate with experience and licensed level.