Middle School Director of School Counseling - 26/27 SY

Spotsylvania County School District • Fredericksburg, VA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking a School Counseling Director to lead a team of School Counselors providing classroom lessons and counseling services to a diverse student population. The role supports students’ academic, career, and social/emotional development and works closely with administrators and teachers to foster a positive school culture and enhance student well-being at Spotsylvania Middle School.

This is a 12-month, 240-day contract with a minimum of 7.5 hours worked daily. The position is evaluated annually. By applying, candidates will be considered for the 2025–2026 school year applicant pool and may be contacted by a member of the School Leadership Team regarding opportunities at school locations that align with their qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Successful completion of a state-approved Counselor Preparation Program.
• Three years of successful, full-time school counseling experience in a public or other accredited education entity.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and support school counselors in providing high-quality counseling support to students and families.
• Facilitate professional learning experiences that prepare school counselors to provide targeted support based on students’ mental health needs.
• Collaborate with administrators to develop counseling programs, provide feedback for program improvement, and conduct follow-up assessment of implementation and results.
• Provide leadership and professional support to principals regarding best practices for maximizing school counseling services.
• Support school counselors, including serving as a School Counselor, in advising and counseling students about academic, career, and social/emotional concerns.
• Assess individual, group, and program needs and plan appropriate use of time, materials, and resources for responsive measures.
• Use assessment strategies and instruments to set short- and long-term goals for student learning, monitor progress, and support achievement of established goals.
• Evaluate student progress, provide prompt and specific evaluative feedback, and maintain appropriate records.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Monthly PTO accrual
• Healthcare benefit plans
• Virginia Retirement System enrollment or transition, with defined contributions and potential employer match
• FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
• Employer-paid life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager