Summary Description

Under direction, provides a comprehensive developmental program to students in the area of personal and social development, academic achievement, and career and educational decision making; acts as a consultant in this regard to staff, parents and community. Under direction, provides management of guidance services to students, staff, and parents, including academic, career and personal/social counseling; serves as the guidance department's liaison with administration, staff and community.

Certificate License

Meets Maryland state certification requirements for school guidance counselor.

Job Specific Information

The wage range for this position is a salary between $64,591 and $131,472 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view

Job

School Counselors

Job Grade

BD

Organization

Silver Spring International Middle School

Primary Location

Silver Spring

Schedule

Full-time

Working Months

10

Shift

Day Job

Job Posting

Jun 16, 2025, 4:08:22 PM

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, And ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of the role of a counselor and the MCPS Policies and Procedures regarding guidance/counseling. Thorough knowledge of the Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program and the MCPS Program of Studies. Knowledge of growth and development stages of adolescents. Ability to read, take notes, and interpret written material. Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently with staff, students, and parents. Ability to use a computer for on-line scheduling. Ability to do counselor/department observations and supervision. Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to speak effectively to both large and small groups. Excellent human relations skills with the ability to establish good relationships with many different types of individuals and groups.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, And EXPERIENCE

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in school guidance and counseling. Three years experience as a counselor. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.