MIDDLETOWN PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Mission Statement:

Middletown Public Schools cultivates the brilliance in each student.

Values and Belief Statements:
Empowerment: Middletown Public Schools empowers its students with the knowledge
and skills to create lives brimming with purpose, passion and fulfillment.
Community: Middletown Public Schools harnesses the power of community by
fostering an environment of mutual understanding and appreciation.
Growth: Middletown Public Schools encourages a culture of growth and exploration,
inspiring lifelong learners.
Authenticity: Middletown Public Schools embraces each person’s authenticity and
cultivates an inclusive culture that brings about a sense of belonging.

Description: School Counselor

Location: Middletown High School

Broad Function:

School counselors design and deliver school counseling programs that improve student outcomes. They lead, advocate and collaborate to promote equity and access for all students by connecting their school counseling program to the school’s academic mission and school improvement plan. They uphold the ethical and professional standards of the state framework and promote the development of the school counseling program.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Lead and oversee the development and implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program that supports all students through a school counseling curriculum, individual student planning, responsive services, community partnership, and referrals.
• Coordinate transition goals, plans, and services
• Facilitate student academic, social/emotional, and career development through a comprehensive school counseling program that is supported by the school administration through individual counseling, small group sessions, crisis interventions, and referrals.
• Uses current district technology and tools to drive the tracking of student success and outcomes.
• Participate as a member of the school’s committees or teams as needed.
• Promote parent engagement through conferences and group presentations including academic and social-emotional engagement.
• Collaborate with teachers, administration, district resources, parents, community agencies, and specialists to support the needs of students and parents.
• Case manage and facilitate the plans for students with 504 Accommodations.
• Schedule all courses using the district student information system and advocate for appropriate student placement.
• Follow district protocol for maintaining accurate student records and communication with parents.
• Participate in the development of students’ behavior intervention plans and functional behavior assessments.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Connecticut School Counselor Certification (068) or Guidance Counselor (066) or (067)
• Must hold at least a Master’s degree in School Counseling
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the components of a comprehensive school counseling program
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child and adolescent growth and development
• Ability to understand and interpret learning assessments and diagnosis
• Adheres to the ASCA National Model ethical standards
• Ability to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form

Salary & Compensation:

• Based on Collective Bargaining Agreement between Middletown Board of Education and Middletown Federation of Teachers

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION The Middletown Board of Education is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, alienage, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or pregnancy in any of its education programs, activities, or employment policies. All educational programs and offerings, including vocational education and extracurricular activities, subscribe to this policy.