Tenure Track School Counselor presso Wanaque Borough Public Schools

1. Valid New Jersey Educational Services Certificate and School Counselor Endorsement or eligibility
2. Minimum experience as determined by the board; knowledge of computerized master schedule development desirable
3. Broad knowledge of testing and evaluation, theories of individual and group guidance techniques, elementary/secondary school guidance program design and career educational information and placement
4. Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, staff and community groups and organizations

1. Assists students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the use of teacher comments, interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data.  Works with students in evolving educational and career plans in terms of such evaluation.
2. Maintains student records and ensures their confidentiality.
3. Provides information and prepares recommendations for high school.
4. Counsels students with issues that affect performance in school.
5. Provide social skills groups for students, as needed.
6. Maintains a close relationship with the child study team following directives and recommendations as needed.
7. Serves as the school’s “bully” expert, implementing the required elements of New Jersey Law relating to the issue of bullying.
8. Provides information and prepares recommendations for high school admissions and scholarships.
9. Works closely with teachers, administrators, and other professional staff members, providing information and assistance when needed for the ultimate benefit of students.
10. Serves on the school’s Intervention and Referral Services Team.  Responsible for organizing the meetings, inviting parents/guardians, following through on paperwork, and communicating to teachers the required assistance needed to be provided to the students in class.
11. Chair of the 504 committee.  Responsible for organizing the meetings, inviting the parents/guardians, following through on paperwork, and communicating to teachers the required assistance needed to provide to students in class.
12. Maintains a close relationship with the child study team following directives and recommendations as needed

Salary: Placement begins at the Master’s Step 1 level ($67,955) and may be higher based on experience and education, in accordance with the district’s salary guide.

Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental benefits are provided.