School Counselor - Tenure Track, 26-27 SY

school counselor

westwood regional school district township of washington, new jersey school counselor tenure track 2026 - 2027 school year westwood regional middle school

anticipated opening

qualifications:

demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the components of a comprehensive developmental counseling program, child growth and development, strategies for effective educational planning, learning assessment and diagnosis, research related to learning, and the resources available in the school and community to assist secondary students

exhibit enthusiasm and sensitive interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community

strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

ability to work effectively with students, parents, and educators concerning the needs and abilities of all students as related to social-emotional and/or educational growth

knowledge of crisis intervention strategies and resources especially related to at-risk students

broad knowledge of testing and evaluation, theories of individual and group counseling techniques, and secondary school counseling program design

experience managing student database systems

experience working with at-risk students

minimum experience as determined by the board

requirements:

valid new jersey instructional certificate: school counselor endorsement or eligibility required

required criminal history background check, fingerprinting and proof of u.s. Citizenship or legal resident alien status

salary & benefits:

per the established wea salary guide ranging from $56,000 - $105,677

full-time staff are eligible for medical, prescription, dental and vision benefits. Sick and personal days are included per the wea contract.