Job Description

Upper School Counselor new grads accepted

Location: Oxford, NC

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Job Summary :

We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and student-centered Upper School Counselor to support the academic, social, emotional, and college/career readiness needs of students in grades 7-12 . The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community partners to promote student success and well-being.

Key Responsibilities :

Manage 504 plans , including meetings, documentation, and compliance with federal regulations and school policies.

Provide individual, group, and classroom counseling services to support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development.

Develop and maintain a comprehensive school counseling program , including assessments, referrals, and intervention services.

Create and manage student schedules , monitor academic progress toward promotion and graduation, and maintain accurate student records, transcripts, and cumulative files.

Support student transitions , including onboarding of new students and progression between grade levels and educational programs.

Guide students and families through college and career planning , including college applications, financial aid, dual enrollment, and post-secondary opportunities.

Collaborate with administrators, teachers, parents, colleges, community organizations, and external agencies to provide appropriate resources and support student success.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in School Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, Education, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.

Valid North Carolina School Counselor License .

School Counselor Certification if required under North Carolina licensure regulations.

Strong knowledge of student counseling principles, academic advising, and college/career readiness .

CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
Benefits:

NC State Health Plan insurance.

Lincoln Investment 403(b) Retirement Plan.

Annual staff retreat for professional development and employee/family entertainment.

Employer-provided local gym membership.

Access to DPAC and Durham Bulls season tickets.

Up to $5,400 annually in educational assistance reimbursement.

For more information please reach out to Valeria Moore: at 469-294-9940 or by Email: at valeria.moore@protouchstaffing.com

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Monday to Friday

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