School Counselor
Position Type:Student Support Services/School CounselorDate Posted:3/19/2026Location:Middle SchoolDate Available:School Year 2026-27Closing Date:4/1/2026 or Until FilledAdditional Information: Show/HideVACANCY NOTICENEW FAIRFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATIONPOSITION: SCHOOL COUNSELORSCHOOL: NEW FAIRFIELD MIDDLE SCHOOLPosition Overview: This role supports a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes students' academic,social-emotional, and career development. The ideal candidate will have middle school experience, will be well versedin delivering school counseling curriculum, MTSS and data-informed practices, and have an understanding of 504 plandevelopment and implementation.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide individual and group counseling to address students' social-emotional needsDeliver classroom-based School Counseling lessons aligned with developmental goalsCollaborate with staff to implement targeted, data-informed interventionsCoordinate and manage Section 504 plans, including meetings and complianceAssist students and families with academic planning and school transitionsMaintain accurate records using systems such as CT SEDSContribute to a positive school climate and team-based approach to student supportQUALIFICATIONS: 068 (School Counselor) CT CertificationPOSITION TO START: School Year 2026-2027SALARY: Per NFEA contractPLEASE SUBMIT: Online Application (www.newfairfieldschools.org)Letter of IntentCertificationTranscriptsLetters of Reference (2)The New Fairfield Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer committed to an Affirmative Action Plan in recruiting, appointing, training, evaluating, and promoting personnel on the basis of merit and qualification, without regard for race, color, religion, sex, age, natural origin, ancestry, marital status, Veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or genetic information or any other applicable lawful discriminatory standards except in the case of bona fide occupational qualification. (Title VI & VII of Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VI & VIII of the Public Health Services Act, Title II of the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as other relevant federal and state laws.)Date Posted: March 19, 2026Posting Closing Date: April 1, 2026 or Until Filled(the later of)