What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor (10-month position) 2026-2027 School Year position at Morris County Vocational School District?
The Morris County Vocational School District has an opening for a full-time tenure track secondary School Counselor (10-month position). The position is available for the 2026-2027 school year.
Job Goal
The Morris County Vocational School District is seeking a dynamic, student-centered secondary School Counselor to support our diverse population of high-achieving Academy and Share Time students. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative professional who can bridge the gap between traditional academic counseling and specialized career/technical guidance.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the salary range for this position is $65,455 to $109,685. This position is also eligible for a retirement plan, sick, personal, bereavement, and family illness days.
Job Goal
The Morris County Vocational School District is seeking a dynamic, student-centered secondary School Counselor to support our diverse population of high-achieving Academy and Share Time students. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative professional who can bridge the gap between traditional academic counseling and specialized career/technical guidance.
Key Responsibilities
- Academic & Career Coaching: Provide comprehensive guidance for students within our specialized CTE academies, including course selection, graduation tracking, and alignment with industry certifications.
- College & Post-Secondary Planning: Facilitate the college application process, with a focus on articulating credit transfers (including our partnership with CCM) and navigating specialized admissions for technical programs.
- Social-Emotional Support: Deliver individual and group counseling to support student wellness, resiliency, and academic success.
- IEP/504 Collaboration: Work closely with the Office of Student Services to ensure that accommodations are implemented effectively within the vocational shop and academic settings.
- Master Schedule Support: Assist in the development and maintenance of student schedules to ensure all state graduation and CTE sequence requirements are met.
- Liaison: Act as a primary point of contact between the district, sending school districts, and parents to support student transitions.
Qualifications
- New Jersey School Counselor Certification
- A strong understanding of college and high school academic systems, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to supporting student success in a dual enrollment environment.
In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Law, the salary range for this position is $65,455 to $109,685. This position is also eligible for a retirement plan, sick, personal, bereavement, and family illness days.
Salary : $65,455 - $109,685