School Counselor

Kingdom East School District seeks a full time licensed or eligible School Counselor to work at the Lyndon Town School. Candidates must be dynamic, quality school counselors interested in working with preschool through eighth-grade students. Responsibilities include school counseling instruction embedded in the classroom and small group and individual school counseling services. The ability to work collaboratively with classroom teachers, in partnership with area service agencies, and build strong relationships with families is necessary. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work effectively with collaborative teams and possess knowledge of positive behavior interventions, multi-tiered supports, and Responsive Classroom practices. We seek creative, passionate counselors with a sense of humor and genuine love for working with young people within a collaborative team environment. The district provides mentorship and a supportive administration. Vermont school counselors follow the Kingdom East policies and procedures, VT AOE Licensure requirements which include ASCA Ethical Standards for School Counselors and the ASCA School Counselor Professional Standards & Competencies. They align their work with the comprehensive Vermont School Counseling Model, which focuses on developmental academic, career, and social-emotional needs through school-wide interventions. The pay range for this position is $46,267-$89,467. We are in the heart of a vibrant Northeast Kingdom of Vermont community. We operate seven preK-8th grade schools ranging from 60 to 500 students. Our high school students have “choice” and may opt to attend one of the traditional independent schools -- Lyndon Institute or St. Johnsbury Academy -- or another high school of their choosing. We are about 3 hours from Montreal, Boston, and Portland, ME. Our region is known for breathtaking views and access to great skiing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, canoeing, and other outdoor opportunities. We are close to the White Mountains and the Green Mountains. Littleton, NH, and St. Johnsbury, VT, have numerous fine and performing arts venues. Our communities attract wholesome families, faculty, and staff. Our schools maintain impassioned faculty, personalized beliefs about success, and a caring, safe school culture. Only completed online applications at schoolspring.com will be accepted. The online application must include a profile, letter, resume, transcripts, references, tests, certifications, and questions if asked. Hard copies of Vermont Certification with appropriate endorsements, three written letters of reference, and transcripts will be required for verification at the interview level. Visit our website, www.kingdomeast.org, for information about our schools. Minority applicants are encouraged to apply. EOE M/F

Salary : $46,267 - $89,467