School Counselor- Monroe Middle School

Monroe Public Schools•Monroe, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Monroe Middle School is seeking a dedicated School Counselor to provide comprehensive academic, career, and social-emotional support to its students. This role involves assisting students with course selection, scheduling, graduation planning, and post-secondary opportunities, while also supporting their educational and career goals. The counselor will play a key part in student intervention meetings, Section 504 meetings, and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure student success. Responsibilities also include monitoring student progress, maintaining accurate records, and supporting school-wide initiatives aimed at improving student achievement, attendance, behavior, and school climate. The position requires active participation in professional development and district/building meetings.

Requirements

Master's Degree in School Counseling or related field required.
Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community agencies.
Knowledge of graduation requirements, post-secondary planning, career readiness, and social-emotional supports.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive student information appropriately.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Valid Michigan School Counselor credential preferred.
Candidates who do not currently hold a valid Michigan School Counselor credential may be considered, provided they are willing to enroll in an approved school counseling program during the fall of 2026.
The selected candidate must obtain the coursework and endorsement requirements necessary for Michigan school counselor certification within two years of hire.
Experience working with middle school students preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide academic, career, and social-emotional counseling services to students.
Assist students with course selection, scheduling, graduation planning, and post-secondary opportunities.
Support students in developing educational and career goals.
Coordinate and participate in student intervention meetings, Section 504 meetings, and other support services as needed.
Monitor student progress, attendance, and graduation requirements.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and outside agencies to support student success.
Provide crisis intervention and referrals to community resources when appropriate.
Maintain accurate student records and counseling documentation in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements.
Support building initiatives related to student achievement, attendance, behavior, and school climate.
Participate in professional development and district/building meetings as assigned.