School Counselor - Leave Replacement (High School)

Yorktown Central School District; Town of Yorktown (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorktown Central School District is seeking a School Counselor for a leave replacement to support students in grades 9-12 with comprehensive counseling plans and college/career guidance.

The role requires NYS Certification as a School Counselor, the ability to travel between Yorktown schools, and collaboration with families, teachers, and clinicians to foster student achievement and well-being.

Qualifications

• NYS Certification as a School Counselor is required.
• Prior counseling experience is preferred.
• Must be able to travel to multiple Yorktown schools and have a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect counseling services to students in grades 9–12.
• Monitor student progress and adjust support as needed.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators and clinical teams.

Skills

NYS Certification

Travel to multiple schools

Valid Driver's License

Job description

SCHOOL COUNSELOR, LEAVE REPLACEMENT

Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Principal(s), provide students (grades 9-12) comprehensive school counseling plans.

Minimum Qualifications

• NYS Certification as a School Counselor
• Successful prior experience as a counselor preferred.
• Must be able to travel to multiple schools to provide services.
• Valid Drivers License.

Primary Activities

Grades 9-12 Duties

• Provide direct and indirect services to students who are new to Yorktown Central School District and Yorktown High School to facilitate the transition and connectedness.
• Continually monitor student progress and make adjustments to support as needed.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators and clinical teams as needed.

General

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Note

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Knowledge of pre/post high school program eligibility requirements.
• Knowledge of college/university admissions processes, scholarship programs and other educational opportunities.
• Knowledge of current developments in business and industry regarding career opportunities and employment.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Salary Range

Days 1-20=$133/diem; Day 20 onward 1/200 of step placement on corresponding salary schedule. Range: $64,175 - $139,655 (2026/2027)

REVISED: 11/6/2026 (HR Department)

The Yorktown Central School District is an equal opportunity employer.