Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District

Guidance Counselors (3)

Full-Time Tenure Track

2026-2027 School Year

Job Title

School Counselor

Reports To

Director of School Counseling / Departmental Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Term Of Employment

10 months + 10 days (from July 1 to June 30)

Salary

$67,372 - $105,064

Job Goal

To support students' academic, social/emotional, and career development by delivering a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes equity, access, and student success.

Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree from an accredited college/university required in School Counseling.

License/Certification

• 2702: School Counselor Standard Certificate

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Knowledge of the American School Counselor Association National Model
• Understanding of academic, social/emotional, and college/career domains
• Experience providing short-term, solution-focused counseling and crisis intervention
• Ability to coordinate referrals and collaborate with families, staff, and community agencies
• Strong skills in data analysis and caseload progress monitoring to inform counseling practices and improve student outcomes
• Experience supporting college and career readiness, including postsecondary planning and financial aid processes
• Knowledge of MTSS, I&RS, and 504 processes, including case management responsibilities
• Understanding of adolescent development, mental health needs, and trauma-informed practices
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards of the American School Counselor Association
• Proficiency with student information systems and counseling-related technology tools
• Commitment to equity, access, and advocacy for all students
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to leadership, performance and professional growth
• Possess a valid New Jersey's Driver's License
• Pass the Sexual Misconduct/Child Abuse Disclosure process
• Pass the required criminal history background check
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Responsibilities

• Implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with the American School Counselor Association National Model to support academic, social/emotional, and college/career development.
• Deliver direct student services, including individual counseling, small groups, and classroom instruction focused on academic success, social/emotional learning, and postsecondary readiness.
• Provide indirect student services through consultation, collaboration, and referrals to support student achievement and well-being.
• Assist students with academic planning, course selection, and goal setting to ensure progress toward graduation per New Jersey Department of Education requirements.
• Guide students in college and career readiness, including career exploration, postsecondary planning, and financial aid awareness.
• Provide crisis intervention, short-term solutions-focused counseling, and referrals as needed in collaboration with families, staff, and community providers.
• Analyze student data (attendance, achievement, behavior) to identify needs, inform interventions, improve student outcomes, and close opportunity and achievement gaps.
• Participate in and contribute to multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) and I&RS teams to address student needs.
• Serve as 504 case manager by coordinating plans, monitoring accommodations, and collaborating with staff, families, and outside providers.
• Collaborate with families, staff, and community stakeholders to remove barriers and promote equitable access to opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with legal, ethical, and district requirements.

The Board reserves the right to hire before the closing of this post.