School Counselor

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

School Counselor

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This job is also posted in Belen Consolidated School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5846917

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 22, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

School Counselor

Central Elementary

2026/2027 School Year

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• New Mexico license applicable to teaching/counseling assignment
• Able to understand and apply the concepts of strategic planning with resultant successful implementation to enhance student success and improve student achievement
• Demonstrated understanding and application of individual and group counseling techniques to address student needs
• Demonstrated communication skills to enhance student, parent, staff and administrative dialogue
• Demonstrated understanding and application standards-based curriculum and school-to-work and career counseling for future vocational opportunities
• Ability to perform essential job functions and job task requirements noted on the job description.

***Max Pay Based On Years of Licensed Experience and License Level***

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $54,865 to $83,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required