Middle School Counselor

• Position Type:
  Licensed Professional/ Licensed Professional
• Date Posted: 5/20/2026
• Location:
  
  Chatterton Middle School (High-Needs School)

Work Year:  School Year;
Teacher year plus 7 days

Salary:
Per FEA Contract

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with Guidance and Counseling Endorsement (NT) or School Counselor License
• Master's degree in guidance and counseling
• 5+ years' experience as a teacher or school counselor preferred
• Ability and proven record to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
• Must be able to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to establish effective professional relationships with staff, students and the community
• Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies
• Familiarity with the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) guidelines for crediting courses towards the MMC, including transferring credits from out-of-state or non-public schools
• Demonstrated knowledge of personal curriculum development, post secondary planning, and pedagogy

• Monitor and communicate student academic progress (i.e. progress reports, home phone calls, email communication, etc.)
• Program and schedule students
• Assist in enrollment, dropping and transfer of students
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date files and reports as it pertains to student academic progress
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop personal curriculums for students
• Advise students on IAMand Mystic opportunities

• Provided individual and group counseling and guidance relative to personal problems, academic planning, conflicts between students, classroom problems, and any other school related problems originating on/off campus, traveling to/from school, or related to either curricular or extracurricular activities
• Promote social-emotional learning (SEL) programs focusing on resilience and positive relationships
• Conduct group and individual conferences with students regarding educational and career planning
• Mentor students with transition from one grade level to another
• Guide students towards scholarships, grants, and financial aid for higher education or training programs
• Assist in planning college representative visits

• Conduct parent conferences regarding student performance, attendance and behavior
• Collaborate with teachers to identify and address learning difficulties
• Building trust and rapport with students and families
• Work with families to overcome barriers to involvement in their child's education

• Crisis intervention and prevention planning, potentially dealing with higher instances of violence or mental health issues
• Follow all confidentiality and ethical guidelines
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by administration

Qualified applicants should apply online via Appli Track at