FY27: Counselor, Secondary, Wheaton HS, 1.0 FTE

Summary Description

Under direction, is responsible for providing comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling services to students in the area of academic achievement, career and educational decision making and personal/social development. Acts as a consultant in this regard to staff, parents and community.

Physical Demands

As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Special Requirements

• Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Job Specific Information

• The wage range for this position is a salary between $66,690 and $135,745 based on education and experience.
• For information about benefits, please follow the link below.
• This job includes required summer days for which you will be compensated at your regular rate of pay.

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Wheaton High School is hiring a Secondary School Counselor

• To provide a comprehensive developmental guidance program focusing on students' academic, career, and personal/social development.
• The role involves providing individual and group counseling, consulting with staff and parents, and utilizing modern technology for online scheduling to support student success.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates must hold a Master’s degree in school guidance and counseling, meet Maryland state certification requirements, and demonstrate thorough knowledge of MCPS policies and adolescent developmental stages.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of MCPS Policies and Procedures, Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program, and Program of Studies.
• Knowledge of growth and developmental stages of adolescents.
• Ability to read, take notes, and interpret written materials.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently with staff, students, and parents.
• Ability to use a computer and other technological equipment.
• Ability to use the computer for on-line scheduling.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to speak effectively to both large and small groups.
• Excellent human relations skills with the ability to establish good relationships with many different types of individuals and groups.

Education, Training, Experience

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university in school guidance and counseling;
• Experience as a teacher and/or counselor preferred.