Currently ranked a Top 20 Public High School in the USA by Niche.com, BCA offers seven specialized programs in the areas of math and science, engineering and design, medical science, business and finance, culinary arts and hotel administration, visual and performing arts, and computer science. A working model of restructured education, BCA incorporates a longer school day, employs a distinguished, international faculty, and receives eight times the number of applications needed to fill new classes. In its rich history, the Academy has an outstanding record of student accomplishments, remarkable because of their depth and scope. Notable school-wide achievements include admittance to the National Consortium for Secondary STEM Schools (NCSSS) and being recognized as a United States Department of Education Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.

We are currently searching for a full-time, tenure-track position to join our Counseling Department. Bergen County Academies is fortunate to attract students with a multitude of talents and interests. The Counseling Department provides a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for students to learn and grow in an academically challenging institution. Our mission is to provide academic, social, career and emotional support at each grade level in order for students to reach and surpass their individual potential. Partnering with teachers, administrators, parents, and community members, we provide the essential support that students require during their adolescent years.

Qualifications:

1. Possess a New Jersey DOE Certificate (Standard) – Student Personnel Services or School Counselor and /or obtain an emergency certificate.

2. Excellent communication and organizational skills.

3. Ability to communicate effectively with highly motivated, gifted student population, parents, and colleagues.

4.Comfortable with teaching classes in a seminar-style curriculum.

5. Familiar with technology such as Naviance, Maia, or SCOIR – highly preferred.

6. Individual and group counseling experience a plus.

7. New Jersey residency required within one (1) year from date of hire.