Middle School Counselor - Guide Students & Growth

Young World Physical Education; Heathsville (VA); On-site; USD 57,343 - 104,501; Full time

Job summary

Northumberland Middle School in Heathsville, VA seeks a Middle School Counselor to implement the guidance curriculum and support students' academic, social, and career development. Requirements include a master’s degree in school counseling, completion of an approved program, and two years of teaching or counseling experience or provisional license.

The role reports to the building principal and is a full-time, 11-month position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an approved school counseling program.
• Two years of successful full‑time teaching or counseling experience, or eligibility for a provisional license.
• Specialized studies in school counseling – middle/high.

Responsibilities

• Implement the guidance curriculum.
• Guide and counsel groups of students in educational and career planning.
• Counsel small groups and individuals with problems.
• Consult with teachers, staff, and parents on student needs.
• Refer students to community resources with parental input.
• Assist test coordination for standardized assessments.
• Participate in VTSS/PBIS team and district programs.
• Support district educational programs through collaboration.

Skills

Group counseling

Counseling

Communication with parents/teachers

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in school counseling

Internship/practicum experiences in preK-6 and 7-12

Job description

Northumberland Middle School in Heathsville, VA seeks a Middle School Counselor to implement the guidance curriculum and support students' academic, social, and career development. Requirements include a master’s degree in school counseling, completion of an approved program, and two years of teaching or counseling experience or provisional license.

The role reports to the building principal and is a full-time, 11-month position.