School Counselor

Belen High School; Belen (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Belen High School in Belen, NM is seeking a School Counselor for the 2026-2027 SY. The counselor will support student achievement through individual and group guidance, career planning, and collaboration with families and staff.

Requirements include a master’s degree, a New Mexico counseling/teaching license, and strong communication skills. The role is full-time, with a salary range of $54,865 to $83,484 per year, depending on experience and license level.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• New Mexico license applicable to teaching/counseling assignment.
• Ability to understand and apply strategic planning to enhance student success and achievement.
• Demonstrated ability in individual and group counseling to address student needs.
• Strong communication skills with students, parents, staff and administration.
• Knowledge of standards-based curriculum and school-to-work/career counseling.

Skills

Counseling

Strategic planning

Communication

Student support

Career counseling

Education

Master’s degree

NM license for teaching/counseling

Job description

School Counselor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5860498

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 29, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

School Counselor

Belen High School

2026/2027 SY

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 $83,484 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rhett Burt , Principal
• Belen High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]