Position Type:
Districtwide Teaching and Support
Date Posted:
3/12/2026
Location:
District
Date Available:
September 2026
Welcome to the Hoboken Public School District! Please find below an exciting opportunity for a prospective or current educator to join the Hoboken Public School District family!
To get to know us a bit better, please visit our website and social media platforms to see the most current happenings in our amazing and diverse district:
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https://www.hoboken.k12.nj.us/
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HobokenPublicSchoolDistrict/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hobokenpublicschools/
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/HobokenSchoolsCut
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hobokenpublicschooldist
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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HPSVideoHighlights
Requirements & Qualifications
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New Jersey School or Guidance Counselor Certification
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College application experience preferred
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Familiarity with OnCourse preferred
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Two - three years experience preferred
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Knowledge of computerized master schedule development preferred
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Broad knowledge of testing and evaluation, theories of individual and group guidance techniques, elementary/secondary school guidance program design, and career educational information and placement
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Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, staff and community groups and organizations
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Required criminal history background check
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Proof of citizenship or legal resident alien status
Responsibilities
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Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the use of teacher comments, interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data; work with students in evolving educational and career plans in terms of such evaluation
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Maintain student records and ensure their confidentiality
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Provide information and prepare recommendations to colleges for admissions and scholarships, as well as to potential employers and other agencies
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Work closely with teachers, administrators and other professional staff members, providing information and assistance where needed for the ultimate benefit of students
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Work closely with special and regular educators in matters of Intervention and Referral Services
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Maintain a close relationship with the child study team following directives and recommendations as needed
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Work closely with and involve parents in developing students' career plans, and assist in the resolution of school-related problems
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Assist in the organization and administration of standardized test programs
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Register new students, and provide orientation and information relative to school procedures, curriculum and extracurricular opportunities
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Participate in follow-up studies of former students for the purpose of improving services and evaluating the effectiveness of the school's educational program
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Work to prevent students from dropping out of school, and assist those that do in finding alternative educational programs and/or employment
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Arrange for summer work and/or enrollment in summer school programs to make up noted deficiencies
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Assist in the evaluation of current curriculum offerings, and in the planning, selection and implementation of new course offerings
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Make effective use of community resources in developing and expanding guidance services and activities
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Provide for a smooth transition from middle school to high school, which may include orientation programs for students and parents
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Maintain professional competence and continuous improvement through in-service education and other professional growth activities
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Assume other related duties assigned by the superintendent, principal or director of special services
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Perform other duties within the scope of employment and certification as may be assigned
Compensation: As per HEA Contract
