School Counselor SY; NBOE

School Counselor

Newark Board of Education, 765 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey 07102

The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of School Counselor. (Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)

Under direction, assists in planning, developing, and implementing a program of guidance services to promote the growth and development of each individual student. Counsels students individually regarding educational and career choices, personal and social concerns, and the formulation of sound long‑range plans. Consults with parents, staff, and community.

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.

• An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate or eligibility for an Emergency license as required by the NJ Department of Education.
• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university, unless otherwise specified by the New Jersey Department of Education.
• New Jersey Permanent Student Personnel Services Certificate.
• Three (3) years of successful teaching or counseling experience, preferred.
• Letters of recommendation, including one from current principal or supervisor.

• Conduct early screening to assist in identifying students with special needs and talents, over‑aged and under‑credited students, and students with physical and emotional challenges that impact learning; and make referrals to appropriate services, support programs, or agencies.
• Provide counseling to potential dropouts to identify alternative academic and social support program options.
• Conduct interviews with students and families in preparation for making referrals to appropriate school placements.
• Communicate with feeder schools, provide information on school offerings, and assist students and families in selecting an appropriate match.
• Support ongoing orientation activities for new students and their parents, beginning in September and continuing throughout the school year.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate records and reports, as required.
• Assist students in evaluating their abilities and interests, strengths, and weaknesses through use of records, tests, inventories, observations, consultations, and interviews.
• Assist enrollment staff in interpreting and using student records and tests; interpret the same data for students and parents.
• Update and confirm student graduation eligibility following a review of student transcripts.
• Administer and interpret interest inventories and aptitude tests for students as they relate to educational and career planning; interpret achievement test results for students, parents, and staff.
• Inform students and parents about NPS graduation requirements.
• Complete transcript/graduation audits and inform students and parents of the outcome. Consult with parents and administrators to facilitate better adjustment of students.
• Consult and cooperate with other supportive services personnel to inform student and school‑wide goal development and intervention planning.
• Participate in conferences conducted by the Student Support Team and Child Study Team.
• Cooperate with community agencies involved with students, such as Aspira, Essex County Welfare, Division of Youth and Family Services, and the New Jersey State Employment Services, to ensure continuity of services.
• Interview new students and recommend appropriate class placement.
• Review student transcripts to assess progress toward graduation and develop a plan for course completion.
• Participate in professional learning committees, professional development workshops, in‑service trainings, and administrative meetings to stay abreast of new trends and techniques in the field of guidance and youth development.
• Perform other duties and tasks assigned by Supervisor.

Principal

• Salary Range: $67,000.00 – $
• Employment Period: Ten (10) months
• Union Affiliation: N.T.U. (Newark Teacher’s Union)

Newark Board of Education offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please visit

Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

The Newark Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.