Middle Level School Counselor

Young World Physical Education

Reynoldsburg (OH)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Reynoldsburg City Schools is seeking a Middle Level School Counselor to implement a comprehensive, data-informed counseling program that supports academic, career, and social-emotional growth for all students.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and staff to create an equitable, inclusive learning environment and to leverage community resources for student success.

Qualifications

Valid Ohio School Counselor license required.
Experience in an educational setting across elementary–high school grade bands preferred.
Knowledge of local community resources and how to leverage them.
Ability to analyze student data to improve academic and social outcomes.

Responsibilities

Deliver a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate school counseling program aligned with district goals.
Provide individual and group counseling to support academic, career, and social-emotional development.
Coordinate with teachers, parents, and community resources for student success.
Advocate for equitable, safe, and inclusive learning environments.
Lead data-informed improvements and monitor program effectiveness.

Skills

Effective communication

Data-informed decisions

Collaboration

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Education

Valid Ohio School Counselor license

Job description

Middle Level School Counselor

Reynoldsburg City School District BALDWIN RD JR HIGH - Reynoldsburg, Ohio Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs in education , and Reynoldsburg City School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5883632
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 12, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: School Counselor

Reports To: Building Principal

Contract Length: 184 days

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Department: Student Services / Counseling

Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At Reynoldsburg, our educators embody the principles outlined in Our Portrait of an Educator , inspiring students to innovate, collaborate, and excel. For more information, visit https://www.reyn.org/about-rcs/mission-vision-values .

Primary Job Function

The Reynoldsburg City Schools' School Counselor is responsible for providing a comprehensive school counseling program that is developmental, preventative, responsive, and in alignment with the school’s goals and mission. This role focuses on the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students through data-informed practices, advocacy, and leadership.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Valid Ohio School Counselor license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in an educational setting tailored to the building's grade bands ( Elementary, Middle, or Secondary/High School level).
Knowledge of local community resource identification and utilization.

Primary functions may include the following duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions within this classification.

Comprehensive School Counseling Program Plan

Collaboratively envision and design a proactive school counseling program that aligns with the school's goals, mission, and Ohio standards.
Take leadership in identifying and coordinating resources necessary for the success of the counseling program.

Direct Services for Academic, Career, and Social-Emotional Development

Deliver a developmentally appropriate counseling curriculum utilizing flexible delivery methods (such as individual, small group, classroom, or large-scale experiences ) to fit the unique structural needs and scheduling constraints of the building.
Deliver experiences and activities designed to promote the development of knowledge, skills, and mindsets related to academic, college/career, and social/emotional success.
Provide individual student planning to support academic progress, college and career-related pathways, and social-emotional goal setting and achievement .
Deliver responsive services, including individual and group counseling, to assist students in problem-solving and attaining personal goals.

Indirect Services: Partnerships and Referrals

Collaborate and consult with school personnel, parents, and guardians to coordinate support and achieve common goals for student success.
Manage procedures for the identification and utilization of community resources and provide referrals as needed.

Evaluation and Data

Engage in a cycle of continuous improvement by monitoring student performance and program effectiveness using data.
Use data to recommend changes to specific practices, school policies, or procedures to foster student success.

Leadership and Advocacy

Lead efforts to advocate for programs, policies, and practices that support an equitable, safe, inclusive, and positive learning environment for all students.
Advocate for the school counseling profession and the role counselors play in student growth.

Professional Responsibility and Staff Development

Adhere to the ethical standards of the profession and all federal and state laws regarding student privacy and mandatory reporting.
Lead and facilitate staff development programs designed to communicate information concerning student needs and effective intervention strategies.

Educational Continuity and Transition

Manage orientation and transition programs designed to provide continuity in the students' educational experiences as they progress from one school level to the next.
Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal or designee.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Ohio School Counselor Evaluation System (OSCES) standards and requirements.
Federal and state laws regarding student privacy, special education, and mandatory reporting.
Career development pathways and post-secondary educational requirements.
Ohio's Social Emotional Learning Standards and competencies.

Skilled in:

Effective communication with diverse student populations, parents, and staff.
Identifying and mobilizing community-based support resources.
Crisis intervention and conflict resolution.

Ability to:

Analyze student data to improve academic and social outcomes.
Facilitate transition programs between different school grade levels.
Work collaboratively with building principals and curriculum staff.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in keeping with law.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others. The employee is required to sit or stand and move around for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry over 25 pounds on occasion.
Working Conditions: The employee in this position may experience occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissue. The employee may also be required to interact with escalating or unruly student behaviors.
Driving Requirement: This position may require driving to various school sites or events.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the employee's supervisor and/or appointing authority.

Position Type: 1.0 FTE

Job Categories: Other Professional > Other Certified Professional

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