School Counselor
School Counselor JobID: 2693Position Type:Student Support Services/Guidance CounselorDate Posted:5/8/2026Location:Columbia High SchoolDate Available:09/01/2026Closing Date:Until FilledAdditional Information: Show/HideSCHOOL COUNSELOR1.0 FTE - COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOLAVAILABLE SEPTEMBER 2026THE POSITIONThis candidate's primary responsibility is to counsel students in resolving personal, educational and career concerns. The counselor helps students learn behavior, subject matter, and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women.QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED1. New Jersey Student Personnel Services or School Counselor Certificate required.2. Experience as a high school teacher and/or guidance counselor preferred.3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.4. Passion and commitment to secondary level education.5. Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident/immigrant status.We offer a comprehensive and competitive salary structure that is designed to recognize and reward your dedication to education and professional growth. As you advance in your career and pursue higher education, your compensation will reflect your increased expertise. Our salaries, which are commensurate with each individual's qualifications, are as follows:Starting Salary Range:Bachelor's Degree: $70,000 - $100,315Master's Degree: $77,450 - $109,865Master's + 30 Credits: $81,565 - $115,450Doctorate: $84,565 - $118,450Key Highlights:Clear progression based on experience and educational attainmentSubstantial salary increases for advanced degreesTop-tier salaries reaching six figures for experienced educatorsBenefits:Medical, and dental insuranceParticipation in the NJ state pension systemPaid sick and personal daysTuition reimbursement for continuing educationLife insurancePRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES1.Intervention: Interface with Child Study Team; refer students for intervention and referral committee; individual and group counseling; provide options for student growth and development; review report cards and progress reports; counsel students regarding academic progress2.Planning: Post-high school planning and transition to opportunities beyond high school; transcript review and interpretation; review of testing results3.Communication, such as departmental bulletin and newsletter, web page and e-mail, contact with parents, universities, schools and places of employment4.Scheduling: Contribute to the building of the Master Schedule; group meetings for introduction of courses and elective selection; computer lab workshops; review and refine course requests; resolve schedule conflicts; monitor and balance class size5.Parent Programs, such as grade level programs for freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors, College and Career event for students and parents, Financial Aid night, coordination of parent and teacher conferences6.Special programs such as transition to high school program, freshmen orientation, Making High School Count, Making the College Search Count, coordination of AP testing, Governor's School applications, Senior Awards Night7.Support: Individual and group counseling; academic, social and emotional support, referrals to Student Assistance Counselors; student advocateTERMS OF EMPLOYMENT 10 MonthsSalary as per SOMEA Agreement