Guidance Counselor

New Dimensions Charter School (NDS)

Position Type: Full-Time
Reports To: School Director

Beginning Date: August, 2026

Position Summary

At New Dimensions Charter School, our mission is to nurture every student, every day to develop strong character, academic excellence, and good citizenship.

The Middle School Guidance Counselor plays a vital role in supporting the whole child by promoting academic success, strengthening character development, and fostering social-emotional growth. As part of the NDS Warrior Family, the counselor will work collaboratively with students, staff, families, and community partners to ensure each student is supported, valued, and prepared for high school and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Excellence

Assist students with goal setting, academic planning, and progress monitoring

Support teachers in identifying and addressing academic barriers

Participate in MTSS/Student Support Team meetings

Use data to identify students in need of interventions

Support high school transition planning

Strong Character Development

Implement character education and social-emotional learning initiatives

Provide individual and small group counseling focused on responsibility, respect, perseverance, and citizenship

Promote positive peer relationships and conflict resolution skills

Support school-wide initiatives that build leadership and integrity

Good Citizenship & Community

Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive school climate

Partner with families to strengthen home-school communication

Coordinate referrals to outside agencies when needed

Support community service initiatives and programs that encourage civic responsibility

Social-Emotional & Mental Health Support

Provide crisis intervention and follow-up support

Collaborate with on-campus mental health providers and outside partners

Help streamline referral processes for student services

Promote wellness initiatives that support emotional well-being

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in School Counseling or related field

Valid North Carolina School Counselor license (or ability to obtain)

Experience working with middle school students preferred

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Commitment to nurturing the whole child.