School Counselor or Social Worker

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Albuquerque School of Excellence

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ Social Worker
• Date Posted: 1/16/2026
• Location: Albuquerque School of Excellence
• Date Available: 02/09/2026
• Closing Date: 02/06/2026

Under the general supervision of the Principal, to provide students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with individually-tailored advice and consultation to overcome personal, emotional, familial, social or academic issues to maximize the students' learning experience.

- Conducts assessments of students for the purpose of identifying learning or social interaction issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning.

- Meets with students and parents to encourage parental understanding of, and participation in, overcoming social issues to maximize the educational experience of the student.

- Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' behavior management plans and counseling services required by Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

- Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed.

- Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with counseling services.

- Assists with the school district's dropout prevention efforts.

- Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school.

- Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships.

- Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.

- Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.

- Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training and guidance.

- Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.

- Assists in development of Character training and exemplifies ASE core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Empathy.

- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

- Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

- Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

• Knowledge of Counseling principles and methods, as well as proven behavior management methods.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

- Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note:

Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.

Certification/License:

• New Mexico State Certification as a Counselor or Social Worker.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education:

• Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to School Counselor assignment.
• Master's Degree preferred, but not required.

Experience:

• Successful prior school counseling experience preferred, but not required.

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