School Counselor

SAINT JOSEPH ACADEMY

AY 2026-2027

School Counselor

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field preferred
• Appropriate New Jersey certification or eligibility preferred
• Experience in college counseling, student support services, academic advising, or secondary education preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, faculty, and community partners

Primary ResponsibilitiesCollege & Career Counseling

• Counsel students and families throughout the entirety of the college admissions process, including exploration of alternative career pathways such as trade vocations
• Guide students in developing individualized standardized testing plans, including the PSAT, SAT, and ACT
• Assist students with:
• College and scholarship applications
• Resume and activity list development
• Essay preparation and application timelines
• Interpretation of testing data and admissions requirements
• Ensure students understand graduation requirements, college/trade school admissions expectations, and NCAA eligibility requirements
• Schedule and coordinate college fairs, college representative visits, and financial aid programming for students and families
• Guide students through course selection to ensure alignment with their interests, strengths, and future aspirations

Student Support & Social-Emotional Learning

• Participate in, coordinate, and implement the Senior Seminar, Junior Seminar, and schoolwide Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculums
• Conduct schoolwide advisory meetings and small-group sessions focused on SEL competencies, leadership development, college readiness, and career preparedness
• Meet with students experiencing academic difficulty following progress reports or report cards and collaborate with families to develop personalized improvement plans
• Provide short-term individual and small-group counseling addressing academic, social, and emotional concerns
• Collaborate with the school mental health specialist and external support providers when referrals are appropriate
• Confer regularly with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student growth and well-being
• Act as liaison for the Child Study Team by:
• Communicating service plans to appropriate parties
• Scheduling students for external instructional support services as needed
• Providing faculty with resources and strategies to support students with diverse learning needs

Experiential Learning & Student Enrichment

• Design and implement a robust, experiential career exploration program that prepares students for life beyond the classroom
• Coordinate:
• Guest speaker series
• Career panels
• Job shadowing opportunities
• Internship experiences
• Build relationships with professionals, alumni, businesses, and organizations to expand experiential learning opportunities for students
• Research, coordinate, and promote participation in prestigious external enrichment and leadership programs, including:
• Hugh O’Brian Youth (HOBY) Leadership Seminars
• FAA Tech Center educational initiatives
• Additional academic, leadership, and career-focused opportunities
• Collaborate with faculty and school leadership to identify eligible students, guide applicants through the process, and monitor student participation and feedback

Professional Expectations

• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical conduct
• Foster positive relationships with students and families rooted in empathy, trust, and collaboration
• Contribute positively to the faith-filled culture and mission of St. Joseph Academy
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the President and/or Principal

A cover letter and resume can be submitted to Heather Herold at hherold@stjoseph.academy.

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $52,604 - $76,640