School Counselor

Undisclosed; Town of Laurens (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurens Central School is seeking a certified school counselor to begin a probationary appointment starting 01/04/2027. The counselor will work with another counselor to strengthen the counseling program and may work with students in grades K-12 based on experience.

Salary will be commensurate with experience. NYS certification and NYSED fingerprint clearance required. The role involves collaboration with teachers, parents, and outside agencies to support student success and well-being.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in School Counseling or related field is generally required.
• State certification or licensure is required.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students individually and in groups to provide academic, social, emotional, and career guidance.
• Identify student needs and coordinate referrals to support services.
• Provide crisis intervention and maintain confidential student records.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and outside agencies to promote student achievement and well-being.
• Develop and implement programs that encourage positive behavior, conflict resolution, and responsible decision-making.

Education

Master's degree in School Counseling or related field

Job description

Laurens Central School

School Counselor

Laurens Central School is seeking a certified school counselor to begin a probationary appointment beginning 01/04/2027. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with the other counselor to strengthen the counseling program and potentially work with students in grades K-12 based on experience and their areas of strength. Salary will be commensurate with experience. NYS certification and NYSED fingerprint clearance required.

The School Counselor provides academic, social, emotional, and career guidance to students to support their personal growth and educational success. Responsibilities include counseling students individually and in groups, identifying student needs, and assisting with challenges that may affect learning and development. The School Counselor collaborates with teachers, administrators, parents, and outside agencies to develop strategies that promote student achievement and well-being. Additional duties include providing crisis intervention, maintaining confidential student records, coordinating referrals to appropriate support services, and implementing programs that encourage positive behavior, conflict resolution, and responsible decision-making. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to work effectively with students of diverse backgrounds and abilities. A master's degree in School Counseling or a related field, along with appropriate state certification or licensure, is generally required.

Laurens Central School is an equal opportunity employer.