What are the responsibilities and job description for the FY26: Counselor, Secondary, Northwest HS, 0.5 FTE position at Montgomery County Public Schools?
Summary Description
Under direction, is responsible for providing comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling services to students in the area of academic achievement, career and educational decision making and personal/social development. Acts as a consultant in this regard to staff, parents and community. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.
Job Specific Information
The wage range for this position is a salary between $62,558 and $127,334 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. This position includes required summer days to be paid at the employee's hourly rate. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view
Job
School Counselors
Job Grade
BD
Organization
Northwest High School
Primary Location
Germantown
Schedule
Part-time
Working Months
10
Shift
Day Job
Job Posting
Mar 21, 2025, 10:35:38 AM
Knowledge Skills Abilities
Thorough knowledge of MCPS Policies and Procedures, Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program, and Program of Studies. Knowledge of growth and developmental stages of adolescents. Ability to read, take notes, and interpret written materials. Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently with staff, students, and parents. Ability to use a computer and other technological equipment. Ability to use the computer for on-line scheduling. Excellent oral and written communication skill^s with the 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 Experience
Master^s degree from an accredited college or university in school guidance and counseling; Experience as a teacher and/or counselor preferred.Certificate License:Meets Maryland state certification requirements for school guidance and counseling.
Under direction, is responsible for providing comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling services to students in the area of academic achievement, career and educational decision making and personal/social development. Acts as a consultant in this regard to staff, parents and community. Physical Demands: As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job. Special Requirements: Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.
Job Specific Information
The wage range for this position is a salary between $62,558 and $127,334 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below. This position includes required summer days to be paid at the employee's hourly rate. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nCKtJEqy4w4SLTzmvmVXgE8hPfOBolkb/view
Job
School Counselors
Job Grade
BD
Organization
Northwest High School
Primary Location
Germantown
Schedule
Part-time
Working Months
10
Shift
Day Job
Job Posting
Mar 21, 2025, 10:35:38 AM
Knowledge Skills Abilities
Thorough knowledge of MCPS Policies and Procedures, Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program, and Program of Studies. Knowledge of growth and developmental stages of adolescents. Ability to read, take notes, and interpret written materials. Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently with staff, students, and parents. Ability to use a computer and other technological equipment. Ability to use the computer for on-line scheduling. Excellent oral and written communication skill^s with the 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 Experience
Master^s degree from an accredited college or university in school guidance and counseling; Experience as a teacher and/or counselor preferred.Certificate License:Meets Maryland state certification requirements for school guidance and counseling.
Salary : $62,558 - $127,334
