What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified - Middle School Counselor - Papillion Middle School - 2026-2027 School Year position at Papillion Middle School?
2026-2027 Middle School Counselor -
Papillion Middle School - Begins November 2026
Description: The Middle School Counselor provides comprehensive school counseling and guidance services to support students’ academic, social emotional, behavioral, and career development. Delivers individual and group counseling, assists students with goal setting, academic planning, course selection, scheduling, and personal growth. Collaborates with parents, teachers, administrators, and student services personnel to address student needs, monitor academic progress, and promote student success. Supports attendance initiatives, student interventions, referrals for specialized services, and communication regarding student concerns. Maintains confidentiality, ensures compliance with district policies and applicable regulations, and fosters a positive, supportive learning environment that helps all students reach their full potential.
Additionally, you will remain current in your field through ongoing professional growth and collaboration, communicate regularly with parents and staff, and contribute to building- and district-level meetings. Dependable attendance, supervisory responsibilities, and other assigned duties are also key components of this position.
Qualifications:
- Education: Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling or currently enrolled in and actively pursuing a master’s-level program in Guidance and Counseling.
- Certification: Holds or is eligible for a Nebraska Teacher’s Certificate
- Experience: At least 2 years teaching experience
District Benefits:
- Competitive pay that reflects both your education and years of experience
- 100% paid Single Health/Dental or 93% paid for all other plans (PPO or HDHP)
- Vision and Life Insurance option plans
- Nebraska Public Employee Retirement System
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Sick and Personal Leave
- School Choice Benefits
You can learn more about Papillion La Vista Community Schools on our district website: https://www.plcschools.org/
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Application Procedure:
If you are currently employed by Papillion La Vista Community Schools as a classified employee, certified teacher or a substitute teacher, you are asked to submit an External Application with the district so that we will have the additional information needed to accurately evaluate your qualifications for this position.
If you have any questions please contact Human Resource at AskHR@plcschools.org or 402-537-6213.