School Counselor

Nassau BOCES; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in New York is seeking a School Counselor to enhance the academic, personal, social, and career development of students. The counselor will work collaboratively with students, teachers, and parents, support IEP mandates for students with disabilities, and provide career counseling through various learning opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a NY certification, strong communication skills, and experience with diverse student populations. Position available starting September 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to develop and implement data-driven plans to meet individual student needs.
• Experience working with students with disabilities at the middle and high school levels is preferred.
• Demonstrated cultural competency through familiarity in working with students and families of diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with students, teachers, and parents to enhance student development.
• Support mandates of Individualized Education Programs for students with disabilities.
• Expand career pathways through work-based learning experiences.
• Provide career counseling and participation in Career and Technical Education programs.
• Implement mandates to support social and emotional competencies for students.

Skills

Data-driven planning

Cultural competency

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

New York State Education Department Certification: School Counselor

Job description

School Counselor – Job ID: 3385 – Multiple Locations – Special Education. Available 09/01/2026. Closing date 08/31/2026.

DESCRIPTION

The Department of Special Education at Nassau BOCES is currently seeking a School Counselor. The successful candidate will collaborate with students, teachers, administrators, and parents to enhance the academic, personal, social, and career development of students in their respective grades.

• Work with students of varying ability levels and provide data regarding student progress.
• Support the mandates of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for transition programs and services specifically designed for students with disabilities to achieve post‑secondary goals.
• Expand career pathways by helping students build their academic, technical, and professional skills through work‑based learning experiences.
• Provide career counseling, planning and participation in Career and Technical Education (CTE) coursework and work‑based learning programs.
• Implement the mandates of Erin's Law to support social and emotional competencies for all students in school programs.

REQUIREMENTS

• New York State Education Department Certification: School Counselor.
• Proven ability to develop and implement data‑driven plans to meet individual student needs.
• Experience working with students with disabilities at the middle and high school levels is preferred.
• Demonstrated cultural competency through familiarity in working with students and families of diverse backgrounds.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as proficiency in using Microsoft Office products.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation or victim of domestic violence status. In accordance with Federal law, the Nassau BOCES shall provide equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES shall not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee's or dependent's reproductive health decision‑making. Additional information is available by contacting the following individuals: Sammy Gergis, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources & Education Management, Department of Human Resources at 516‑396‑2358, [e-mail] and/or Mark Raimondi, Assistant Director, Department of Human Resources at 516‑396‑2347, [e-mail]. For further information, please see Policies 0100 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination; 0110 Sexual Harassment and 0115 Dignity for All Students Act. A complete version of the Non-Discrimination Statement and the Policy Manual are available on the Nassau BOCES website at www.nassauboces.org.