Middle School Counselor

Position: Middle School Counselor
Reports To: Middle/High School Counseling Director
Status: Full Time, Exempt
Schedule: 52 Weeks (2 days/week in the summer)
Benefits: Full Benefit Eligible

Job Summary:

The Middle School Counselor develops, implements, and manages the middle school counseling program under the direction of the Middle/High School (MSHS) Counseling Director. This role provides academic, social-emotional, and personal support to students through individual counseling, small-group sessions, and classroom instruction. The counselor helps students create academic plans and develop skills that foster Christ-like character and academic excellence. Additionally, the Middle School Counselor plays a vital role in identifying and supporting students' mental health and overall well-being.

Qualifications:

• Committed Christian who exemplifies a Christ-centered lifestyle.
• Active member of a local church in good standing.
• Demonstrates spiritual and organizational leadership.
• Master’s degree in Education, School Counseling, and/or Counseling Psychology (preferred).
• ACSI Certification (or willingness to obtain and maintain).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and faculty.
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Google Education Suite and Microsoft Office.
• Professional demeanor with a compassionate and service-oriented approach.

Essential Functions:

Counseling & Student Support

• Provide individual and small-group counseling to support students’ academic and emotional needs.
• Maintain confidential student records and counseling documentation in FACTS.
• Keep administration informed of student mental health concerns and at-risk behaviors.
• Provide referrals to external counseling services for students and families as needed.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community counseling service providers.
• Assist teachers with monitoring student progress and addressing academic challenges.
• Serve as a liaison between administration and faculty regarding student discipline, social-emotional development, and academic concerns.

Academic Planning & Student Learning Services

• Assist students in creating academic plans and tracking progress toward high school readiness.
• Develop and oversee student accommodation plans in coordination with Student Learning Services.
• Support Student Learning Services and admission processes at the middle school level.
• Identify and arrange credit recovery options for middle school students.
• Oversee the Middle/High School Academic Success program.
• Assist in determining academic program offerings and contribute to the creation of the master teacher schedule.
• Facilitate standardized testing, including ASVAB, PSAT, PreACT, ACT, and AP exams.

Student Supervision & School Culture

• Assist administration with student disciplinary matters.
• Supervise students during the school day to ensure a safe and structured environment.

Additional Responsibilities

• Teach classes as needed.
• Assist with planning and supervising special events, field trips, and school activities.
• Maintain flexibility and a collaborative mindset to support the school’s mission and initiatives.
   

Physical and Safety Requirements:

• This is a safety-sensitive position; employees may be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move around the school for extended periods.
• Lift and move materials (up to 25–30 lbs).
• Ability to bend, kneel, and reach to assist students and access resources.
• Clear verbal communication and hearing abilities for engaging with students and staff.
• Visual acuity to read and assess student records and materials.

Additional Expectations:

• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and school events.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to fulfill other duties as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional ethics.
• Attend and support school events as required.
• Participate in fundraising, recruitment, and other school initiatives.
• Flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the school’s mission.