Counselor - Middle School
Normandy Schools Collaborative•Saint Louis, MO
•Onsite
About The Position
Normandy School Collaborative is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Middle School Counselor to join our dynamic team for the 2026-2027 school year! Our ideal candidate will work closely with students, teachers, and families to promote the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our high school students. This role includes helping students with their personal development, managing academic challenges, preparing for college and career opportunities, and promoting a positive school environment.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in guidance and counseling.
- A valid Missouri counseling certificate.
- Three years’ experience.
- Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
- Ability to exercise judgment in decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling sessions for students regarding academic, career, and personal issues.
- Coordinate standardized testing, including scheduling and providing guidance on preparation.
- Provide crisis intervention and support to students in distress, working with school staff to develop action plans.
- Serve as a liaison between students, parents, and teachers to address academic and social-emotional issues.
- Maintain accurate and confidential student records and files.
- Promote a positive school culture through conflict resolution, peer mediation, and bullying prevention programs.
- Keep up to date with current developments in education, mental health, and counseling techniques.
- Design and deliver programs that promote mental health, social-emotional learning, and positive behavior across the school community.
- Respond to urgent situations as they arise, providing immediate support to students and collaborating with appropriate personnel for crisis management.
- Keep accurate and confidential records of student counseling sessions, evaluations, and progress.
- Connect students and families with external support services when additional help is needed.
- Collaborate in school committees and attend staff meetings, contributing to a supportive and cohesive school community.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
