Middle School Counselor

2 weeks ago


Sulphur Springs, Texas, United States The Blake School Full time

The Blake School seeks to hire a full-time Middle School counselor starting August 2024. This is a 1.0 FTE, one-year position with a possibility of applying for an ongoing position, beginning in the school year. This individual serves as a cornerstone for student support and works cooperatively with other individuals and organizations to promote the healthy development of children and families in our community.

Blake is particularly interested in candidates who will enrich the diversity of identity, lived experience and thinking that makes our community strong and empowers students to engage productively with those who are different from them.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and until the position is filled. Blake will cover the travel and lodging costs for finalist candidates visiting from out of town.

Essential Functions of the Job:

  • Provides short-term individual and small group counseling pertaining to behavioral, emotional, social and mental health issues
  • Offers classroom developmental guidance and social/emotional learning lessons
  • Consults with parents/guardians, teachers, support staff, administrators, medical professionals and community mental health personnel
  • Maintains relationships with qualified therapists and/or community agencies and provides referrals to families as appropriate
  • Serves as a liaison between the school and outside agencies or mental health personnel
  • Acts as a resource for understanding child and early adolescent development
  • Provides guidance and professional development opportunities to faculty and staff on topics such as behavior management, recognizing mental health or learning challenges in the classroom, building classroom community and growing resilience in children
  • Provides robust parent/guardian education on a range of relevant topics
  • Responds to crises, including separation and loss or acute mental health needs
  • Plays a leadership role on the Middle School student support team by crafting meaningful interventions and serving as a point person for implementing support services
  • Works collaboratively with Middle School learning specialists and PK-12 counseling department
  • Maintains documentation and appropriate communication in accordance with professional standards pertaining to licensed school counselors
  • Oversees any other matters pertaining to school community health
  • Attends all appropriate school meetings and events Minimum Qualifications:
    • Previous school counseling experience and/or training
    • Must be a licensed school counselor or hold an advanced degree/license in counseling psychology
    • Demonstrate a strong professional commitment to pluralism and growing intercultural competence
    • Must be able to develop high levels of trust and rapport with students, parents/guardians and colleagues with diverse lived experiences and identities
    • Knowledgeable about the developmental stages of children and early adolescents as well as positive identity formation frameworks
    • Familiarity with recognizing and supporting students who demonstrate signs of learning differences


  • Sulphur Springs, Texas, United States The Blake School Full time

    The Blake School is actively seeking a passionate full time Middle School computer science teacher for the academic year. We're looking for a candidate who brings an enthusiasm for computer science and computational thinking, along with strong collaboration skills and a proven commitment to learner-centered pedagogy and creating environments for wonder and...


  • Sulphur Springs, Texas, United States The Blake School Full time

    The Blake School is actively seeking a passionate full time Middle School computer science teacher for the academic year. We're looking for a candidate who brings an enthusiasm for computer science and computational thinking, along with strong collaboration skills and a proven commitment to learner-centered pedagogy and creating environments for wonder and...


  • Siloam Springs, United States Siloam Springs Chamber Full time

    POSITION TITLE: Middle School Counselor QUALIFICATIONS: Arkansas Counseling License appropriate for grades 7 and 8 REPORTS TO: Middle School Principal and Assistant Principals TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 205 days with benefits provided according to Siloam Springs School Board policies. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators,...

  • Counselor

    1 month ago


    Sulphur Springs, United States Sulphur Springs Independent School District Full time

    Job Title: Counselor* Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports to: Principal Pay Grade:Dept./School: Assigned Campus Date Revised: Primary Purpose: Work with school faculty and staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at school assigned. Counsel students to fully develop...


  • Chester Springs, Pennsylvania, United States Montgomery School Full time

    Position Purpose Montgomery teachers are bold, creative, and compassionate and seek to develop the same dispositions in their students. Our teachers are skilled communicators with students, families, colleagues, and community partners. Excited to work with children and adolescents, our teachers are knowledgeable about developmental needs. Focused on...


  • Chester Springs, Pennsylvania, United States Montgomery School Full time

    Position Purpose Montgomery teachers are bold, creative, and compassionate and seek to develop the same dispositions in their students. Our teachers are skilled communicators with students, families, colleagues, and community partners. Excited to work with children and adolescents, our teachers are knowledgeable about developmental needs. Focused on...


  • Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States The Colorado Springs School Full time

    Roles and Responsibilities: CSS is seeking an innovative and creative educator with a broad skill set in science. A successful candidate must teach five math sections, serve as a middle school advisor, and participate in all Experiential Education Seminars. This position reports directly to the Lower and Middle School Director and/or Assistant Division...


  • Sandy Springs, United States Holy Innocents' Episcopal School Full time

    Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School (HIES) is seeking a **Middle School Computer Science Teacher**. HIES is the largest Episcopal Parish independent day school in the country, serving 1,400 students and offering a fully accredited college preparatory program for students aged three through 12th grade. HIES is located north of downtown Atlanta between I-75 and...


  • Steamboat Springs, Colorado, United States Steamboat Mountain school Full time

    We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative middle school science and math teacher for the 23-24 school year. The MS Science/Math teacher will report directly to the Head of School and will be responsible for developing curriculum, designing lessons, and engaging students in high-quality science and math learning. The ideal candidate has at least five years...


  • Saratoga Springs, New York, United States Saint Andrew's Episcopal School Full time

    Mission Saint Andrew's Episcopal School - A wholehearted education in the heart of Silicon Valley. The mission of Saint Andrew's Episcopal School is to offer an enriched curriculum within the tradition and values of the Episcopal Church. We aim to educate the whole student, developing as fully as possible the intellectual, spiritual, physical, and social...


  • Excelsior Springs, Missouri, United States Minnetonka Public Schools Full time

    Position Type:Paraprofessional/Middle School Student Climate ParaprofessionalDate Posted:6/6/2024Location:Minnetonka Middle School West (MMW)Date Available: Closing Date: 06/12/2024 at noon Assignment: 7 hours per day, 185 days per year Benefit eligible position $24.06 minimum hourly rateJob Responsibilities: Collaborate with principals to develop and...


  • Saratoga Springs, New York, United States Saint Andrew's Episcopal School Full time

    Mission Saint Andrew's Episcopal School - A wholehearted education in the heart of Silicon Valley. The mission of Saint Andrew's Episcopal School is to offer an enriched curriculum within the tradition and values of the Episcopal Church. We aim to educate the whole student, developing as fully as possible the intellectual, spiritual, physical, and social...


  • Coral Springs, United States North Broward Preparatory school Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMiddle School Special EducatorThe Middle School Special Educator should be an outstanding classroom teacher, demonstrating expertise in developing the academic, social, emotional and physical abilities of students with mild-to-moderate learning differences. Required qualities include experience in teaching middle or high school...


  • Coral Springs, United States North Broward Preparatory school Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMiddle School Special EducatorThe Middle School Special Educator should be an outstanding classroom teacher, demonstrating expertise in developing the academic, social, emotional and physical abilities of students with mild-to-moderate learning differences. Required qualities include experience in teaching middle or high school...


  • Coral Springs, United States St. Andrew Catholic School Full time

    St. Andrew Catholic School in Coral Springs, Florida is looking for a **Middle School Math Teacher** for the 2024-2025 school year. This person will be responsible for planning and developing rigorous and engaging classroom lessons, review data to identify areas of student growth, maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning, and...


  • Sulphur Springs, United States Sulphur Springs Independent School District Full time

    Job Title: Teacher Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Professional Reports to: Principal Date Revised:Dept./School: Assigned Campus Primary Purpose: Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable...


  • Miami Springs, United States Academy for International Education Charter School Full time

    Seeking an experienced and/or highly qualified Middle/High School Science Teacher **Job Types**: Full-time, Contract Pay: $47,500.00 - $60,000.00 per year **Benefits**: - Dental insurance - Health insurance - Paid time off - Vision insurance Schedule: - 8 hour shift - Monday to Friday **Education**: - Bachelor's (required) Work Location: In person


  • Palm Springs, United States Palm Springs Unified School District Full time

    About the Employer Welcome and thank you for your interest in the Palm Springs Unified School District. Lifelong Learning Starts Here! The Palm Springs Unified School District has sixteen elementary schools, five middle schools, four comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, alternative education programs, one independent study program, and...


  • Coral Springs, United States Imagine School at Broward Full time

    **Imagine School at Broward **located in Coral Springs, FL is seeking **Certified** **Teachers** to fill full time positions for the upcoming **2024-2025 school year** as follow: **Social Studies Middle School Teacher** **Essential Functions**: - Plan and deliver educational instruction using the most efficient and effective methodology for the students...


  • Dripping Springs, United States Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce Full time

    Job Title: High School Counselor Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports to: Principal and Lead Counselor Pay Grade: Admin/Prof 5 Dept./School: Dripping Springs High School Work Calendar: 207 Days PRIMARY PURPOSE Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program at assigned campus. Counsel students to fully develop each student's academic,...


  • Santa Fe Springs, United States The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles (LA Catholics) Full time

    St. Paul High School is a co-educational Catholic college preparatory high school in Santa Fe Springs. We currently accept resumes for a compassionate and dedicated High School academic counselor. As an academic counselor, you will play a vital role in supporting our students’ academic, social, and emotional development. You will work collaboratively with...

  • School Nurse

    24 hours ago


    Dripping Springs, United States Dripping Springs Independent School District Full time

    School Nurse (RN) - Dripping Springs Middle School"Job Title: School Nurse (RN) Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Reports to: Principal / Assistant Principal Pay Grade: Admin/Prof - 3 Dept./School: Assigned Campus Work Calendar: 192 Days - Early Start PRIMARY PURPOSE Implement district health services program to best meet the needs of the student population on the...