We believe that every student has the potential to thrive and we are seeking a compassionate dynamic and dedicated Middle School Counselor to help guide our students through their academic and personal journeys. As a vital member of our school community you will provide the support guidance and tools that students need to overcome challenges grow emotionally and reach their full potential.What Youll Do: Collaborate with Educators & Administration: Be a trusted partner to teachers administrators and staff offering guidance and support to ensure every students success. Provide Meaningful Counseling: Offer individual small group and classroom counseling that helps students navigate the complexities of middle school lifeacademic stress peer relationships and selfdiscovery. Facilitate Guidance Lessons: Lead engaging lessons that help students develop crucial life skills like problemsolving conflict resolution study habits and emotional intelligence. Resolve Conflicts with Care: Mediate conflicts between peers helping students learn how to navigate social dynamics and build positive relationships. Engage with Families: Foster strong partnerships with families keeping them informed and involved in their childs growth and development. Be an accessible resource for parents as they support their childs journey. Guide Academic Success: Work with students to set realistic academic goals choose the right courses and plan for future success all while promoting a wellbalanced student life. Provide Support When Needed: Offer referrals to additional resources and help connect students and families with services outside the school when needed.What Youll Need to Bring: A Masters degree in School Counseling (or a related field). Current NHDOE certification. Strong communication empathy and problemsolving skills. A passion for working with middle school students and their families. The ability to create a safe supportive and inclusive environment for all students.Previous experience working with middle schoolaged students is a plus but not required.Why Youll Love Working Here: Be part of a supportive collaborative school community where your contributions truly matter. Opportunity to make a lasting impact on students academic personal and social development. Competitive salary and benefits package.If youre passionate about helping students thrive and want to make a difference wed love to hear from you!NHDOE certification is required.Gilford School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Anticipated Middle School School Counselor 202526
