Middle School Counselor

EMPLOYMENT ANNOUNCEMENT

Harrisburg is located in the Mid-Willamette Valley between Eugene and Corvallis.

Applicants interested in a Flexible schedule are encouraged to apply!

POSTING DATE: March 5, 2025

POSITION: Middle School Counselor 25/26 SY

Harrisburg operates on a 4-day school week M-TH. Work days and hours are flexible for this position, which means it is possible to personalize work times and days.

COMPENSATION: $44,038- $86,354

Placement on the salary schedule will be commensurate with education, experience, and work schedule. District policy GCBA will be implemented.

BENEFITS: Prorated employer-paid insurance CAP to assist with health, dental, and vision premiums, employer-paid Basic Life, and AD&D policies. Paid personal days, sick leave, and paid holidays, with a generous PERS retirement contribution.

Job Overview:

The Middle School Counselor will provide comprehensive support services to students in grades 5-8. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in counseling, excellent communication skills, and a passion for helping young adolescents navigate the challenges of middle school. The counselor will work closely with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to promote student success and well-being.

Responsibilities: The following is not a comprehensive list of duties.

• Provide individual and group counseling to students on academic, personal, social, and emotional issues.
• Develop and implement programs to support students' mental health and well-being.
• Assist students in setting academic and career goals and create plans to achieve them.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to identify and address student needs.
• Complete assessments and provide referrals to outside resources when necessary.
• Conduct workshops on relevant topics such as bullying prevention, conflict resolution, and stress management.
• Maintain accurate records and confidentiality of student information.
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences and guide parents in supporting their child's development.
• Contribute to a positive school culture through proactive initiatives and involvement in school activities.
• Complete and facilitate student 504 plans.
• Attend IEP meetings when needed.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in School Counseling or a related field.
• Valid state certification as a School Counselor.
• Previous experience working with middle school students is preferred.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and the unique challenges faced by middle school students.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

APPLY TO: Human Resources

Harrisburg School District 7

P.O. Box 208

Harrisburg, Oregon 97446

Telephone: (541) 995-6626 Fax: (541) 995-3453

Online at: https://harrisburg.tedk12.com/hire/index.asp

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Completed Oregon Statewide Teacher Application through TalentEd at:

https://harrisburg.tedk12.com/hire/index.asp

Copy of current counseling license

Letter(s) of recommendation

Copy of transcripts

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

STARTING DATE: August 18, 2025

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, or the presence of a non-job-related handicap. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Steve Woods, Superintendent, at (541) 995-6626 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon Relay at 1-800-835-2900

OTHER: A detailed job description is available for review and is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, effort, function, or working conditions associated with the Job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) if the situation warrants.