Top 101 School counselor Jobs in Newark Nj

Guidance Counselor
SBCSICA —Bronx, NY
- $65,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Spanish
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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School Counselor SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $72,250 - $114,750 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Public school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Elizabeth Public Schools —Elizabeth, NJ
- $82,590 - $132,157 a year
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Leave Replacement School Counselor
Montclair Board of Education —Montclair, NJ
- $67,000 - $71,775 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Public school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Program/School-Based Counselor
New Jersey Institute of Technology —Newark, NJ
- $40 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- High school
- Teaching Certification
2026-2027 Early Registration (School Counselor)
Irvington Public Schools —Irvington, NJ
- Public school
- Elementary school
- Entry level
School Counselor
Irvington Public Schools —Irvington, NJ
- Bilingual
- Public school
- Entry level
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School Counselor - Newark School of Architecture and Interior Design SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $70,000 - $114,750 a year
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Public school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
2026-27 High School Placement Counselor
Brilla Schools —New York, NY
- $100,601 - $124,550 a year
- Year round work
- School experience
- Spanish
- High school
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
School Based Counselor
MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC OF PASSAIC —Clifton, NJ
- $50,000 - $51,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
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2026/2027 Early Registration (1) School Counselor, (1) Secretary
Irvington Public Schools —Irvington, NJ
- Public school
- Entry level
Early Registration 2026/2027 (School Counselor)
Irvington Public Schools —Irvington, NJ
- Bilingual
- Public school
- Middle school
School Counselor
Community High School —Teaneck, NJ
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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High School Advisors 2026-2027
Hillside Public Schools —Hillside, NJ
- High school
- Team driver
- Public school
Annual School Plan Members
Irvington Public Schools —Irvington, NJ
- Teaching Certification
- Public school
- Middle school
School Counselor
Integration Charter Schools —Staten Island, NY
- From $71,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Free parking
- Commuter assistance
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Health Educator/Mental Health Counselor
The Dalton School —New York, NY
- $80,000 - $178,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Research
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Elementary School Counselor K-5 (2026-2027)
Elm Community Charter School —Elmhurst, NY
- $60,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Teacher
Intellectus Preparatory Charter School —Mount Vernon, NY
- $70,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- LMFT
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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School Age Childcare Counselor (Part Time)
The Summit Area YMCA —Berkeley Heights, NJ
- $17.50 - $20.00 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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Guidance Counselor

SBCSICA
Bronx, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 - $110,000 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Life insurance

Qualifications

School experience
Spanish
Program development
English
Master's degree

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Guidance Counselor is responsible for providing comprehensive academic, college and career, social-emotional, and post-secondary guidance to middle and high school students. The counselor works closely with students, families, teachers, administrators, and outside support agencies to help students achieve academic success, develop appropriate educational and career goals, and successfully transition to college, career, or other post-secondary opportunities.

Essential Responsibilities

Academic Counseling & Student Support

Provide individual and small-group counseling to students regarding academic, personal, social-emotional, and career-related concerns.
Monitor student academic progress, attendance, credits, and graduation requirements.
Meet regularly with students to develop and monitor individualized academic and graduation plans.
Assist students in identifying appropriate courses, electives, advanced coursework, and enrichment opportunities.
Identify students who may be at risk academically or socially and develop appropriate intervention and support plans.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to address student concerns and improve student outcomes.
Assist students with organization, study skills, goal setting, decision-making, and problem-solving.

High School College & Career Readiness

Provide comprehensive college and career counseling to high school students.
Assist students with identifying colleges, universities, vocational programs, apprenticeships, military opportunities, and other post-secondary options.
Support students with college applications, essays, recommendations, financial aid, scholarships, and admissions requirements.
Assist students with completing FAFSA, and other financial aid applications as appropriate.
Organize and coordinate college visits, career fairs, college representatives, workshops, and other post-secondary programming.
Maintain relationships with colleges, universities, community organizations, and career development partners.
Track college applications, admissions decisions, scholarships, and post-secondary enrollment outcomes.

Middle School Counseling

Support students with the transition from elementary/middle school into high school.
Provide guidance related to course selection, academic planning, high school readiness, and career exploration.
Assist students in developing appropriate academic and personal goals.
Provide age-appropriate social-emotional support and conflict-resolution strategies.
Help students understand high school graduation requirements and begin developing long-term educational plans.

Social-Emotional Support

Provide individual and group counseling within the scope of the counselor's professional responsibilities.
Support students experiencing academic, behavioral, social, family, or emotional challenges.
Conduct appropriate student check-ins and provide referrals to school-based or community-based mental health and social service providers when needed.
Respond appropriately to student crises and follow school protocols for safety concerns, mandated reporting, and referrals.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality while following applicable legal and school requirements.

Student Records & Compliance

Maintain accurate and confidential counseling records and student documentation.
Assist with maintaining student schedules, transcripts, academic records, and graduation tracking.
Ensure student records and counseling practices comply with applicable school policies and legal requirements.
Maintain appropriate documentation of counseling interventions, referrals, meetings, and student progress.
Participate in required student support, intervention, and special education meetings as appropriate.

Collaboration & School-Wide Responsibilities

Collaborate with administrators, teachers, special education staff, social workers, school psychologists, and other student support personnel.
Participate in grade-level meetings, student support team meetings, and other school meetings as assigned.
Assist with student orientation, registration, scheduling, and enrollment activities.
Participate in professional development and maintain current knowledge of counseling practices, college admissions, graduation requirements, and relevant educational regulations.
Support the school's mission, vision, policies, procedures, and commitment to student achievement.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by school administration.

Qualifications

Experience working with middle and/or high school students preferred.
Knowledge of college admissions, financial aid, graduation requirements, academic planning, and career readiness.
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to establish positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
Experience working in a diverse urban school environment preferred.
Knowledge of student information systems and Google Workspace/Microsoft Office preferred.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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