Middle School Guidance Counselor, NEMS

• Position Type:
  Certified:
  Student Support Services/ Guidance Counselor
• Date Posted:
  11/2/2026
• Location:
  
  Northeast Middle School
• Date Available:
  
  1/4/2027

POSITION TITLE: MIDDLE SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR
DEPARTMENT: Northeast Middle School (NEMS)
REPORTS TO: Building Principal / Director of Special Services

POSITION SUMMARY

To provide a comprehensive school counseling program for students in grades 6–8, supporting their academic, social-emotional, and career development.

The Middle School Guidance Counselor will work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, staff, and families to address students' individual needs, promote academic achievement, and support a positive school environment. The counselor will also assist students in developing essential decision-making, communication, and organizational skills to prepare them for a successful transition to high school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide individual and group counseling to support students' academic, personal, social-emotional, and developmental needs.
• Assist students in developing educational goals, organizational skills, study habits, and effective decision-making strategies.
• Support students experiencing academic, behavioral, social, or emotional challenges and refer students to appropriate school-based or community resources when necessary.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, staff, and parents/guardians to identify and address student needs.
• Conduct classroom guidance lessons and counseling activities in collaboration with teachers and administration.
• Work with teachers to incorporate counseling-related learning activities into the general education curriculum.
• Respond to student crises and provide appropriate intervention and support.
• Assist with standardized testing coordination and administration.
• Participate in student orientation programs, parent information sessions, and other school-related meetings.
• Assist students and families with academic planning, course selection, scheduling, and the transition from middle school to high school.
• Evaluate student needs through observations, individual discussions, academic records, and assessment results.
• Provide counseling that promotes self-awareness, personal responsibility, positive relationships, and effective decision-making.
• Facilitate small-group counseling sessions focused on communication, conflict resolution, peer relationships, and social skills.
• Introduce students to career exploration, educational pathways, and future academic opportunities.
• Assist students in understanding assessment results and identifying areas for academic and personal growth.
• Collaborate with school personnel to support student success and overall school improvement initiatives.
• Maintain professional competence through district-provided professional development and self-selected growth opportunities.

Participate in faculty meetings, curriculum committees, and other school-based teams as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises students and classroom activities, including volunteers and parent helpers when appropriate. Performs general supervisory duties as scheduled.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree required for certain positions.
• Additional coursework or credits necessary to meet Connecticut certification requirements.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

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