Middle School Guidance Counselor

Candidates need to be licensed as a school counselor in the State of Vermont (or eligible for licensure) with experience in: •Enabling students’ to achieve the school’s implementation of proficiency based learning. •Working with students for career and post-secondary planning both individually and in the classroom. •Using skills to work with teachers, parents and the school community to support student academic success. •Creating and using diverse and innovative student support systems within the school with connections to the wider community. •Selecting and interpreting data with direction toward a comprehensive school counseling program. •Encouraging access to the school’s system of flexible pathways for all students wherever possible and appropriate. •Addressing student needs through Act 176, 504, ESS and other accommodative supports. •Demonstrating commitment to high academic expectations for all students. •Designing, implementing and evaluating a standards-based counselor program to help all students develop self-understanding and personal competence, including the ability to make healthy and informed choices, to develop productive and satisfying relationships and to resolve conflicts effectively. •Knowing how to work cooperatively and respectfully with all families to support students' learning and development. •Being an advocate for students in the learning process. Salary and Benefits: As per Teacher’s Collective Agreement. The approximate salary range is between $43,480 and $82,560, based on prior experience. Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest; resume listing three current references (or 3 current letters of reference); copies of transcripts and a copy of appropriate Vermont licensure via Schoolspring.com (preferred) or to: Edna Flores, Principal NCUJHS 57 Junior High Drive Derby, VT 05829 Or via email: edna.flores@ncsuvt.org Application Deadline: Application-screening process will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Criminal Background and Child Abuse/Neglect Registry Checks are required. Equal Opportunity Employer.