School Counselor — SEL & Student Success Advocate

Wake County Public School System; Wake Forest (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Wake County Public School System is seeking a School Counselor to advance social-emotional learning and student success across grades. You will deliver a comprehensive program addressing academic, career, and personal/social development while partnering with teachers and families.

The role requires a Master's in School Counseling and NC licensure eligibility, plus several years of public-school counseling experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in School Counseling.
• Five years of counseling experience in a public-school environment.
• Must hold or be eligible for a North Carolina professional educator's license with licensure in School Counseling.
• Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with school staff to promote a positive climate and relationships.
• Connects with families to bridge home–school communication on attendance and resources.
• Collaborates with teachers to support social–emotional learning in the classroom.
• Works with students individually or in small groups on study skills, organization, and work habits.
• Responds to crises as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Policy knowledge

SEL best practices

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Master's degree in School Counseling

Five years counseling experience in a public-school environment

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Google Apps

Job description

Wake County Public School System is seeking a School Counselor to advance social-emotional learning and student success across grades. You will deliver a comprehensive program addressing academic, career, and personal/social development while partnering with teachers and families.

The role requires a Master's in School Counseling and NC licensure eligibility, plus several years of public-school counseling experience. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.