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School Counselor (Endorsement 068)


Job Location:

Stamford, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 69810 - 110898
Posted: 27 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction


Are you an experienced school counselor who is looking to help positively impact the lives of CTs youth population If so we encourage you to explore this opportunity in state service!

At the State of Connecticut Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS) we are recruiting for a Technical High School Counselor to join our team atJ.M. Wright Technical High School Stamford CT.

To be considered for this position School Counselors must posses an active State of Connecticut certificate: Endorsement 068. You may verify your credentials are up-to-date here. Those who hold a Masters degree in School Counseling may be considered for this role with a Durational Shortage Area Permit (DSAP.)

Through exemplary trade and academic programming CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut. We invite you to explore our CTECS Instructor Information webpage for more information.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

BENEFITS AND BALANCE AT THE STATE OF CONNECTICUT

We take part in a competitive benefits plan which includes:

    As a CTECS employee you may also benefit from:

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Extra Income Opportunities
    • Professional Development
    • Career Growth within our System

    Visit the CTECS Employee Benefits page to learn more!

    In addition the State puts an emphasis on:

    • Providing limitless opportunities
    • Hiring for diverse and fresh perspectives
    • Performing meaningful work and
    • Encouraging a healthy work/life balance!
    CONNECTICUT TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL SYSTEM

    For over 100 years CTECS has been the leading force in Career Technical Education (CTE) in the State of Connecticut. CTECS operates 17 diploma-granting technical high schools one technical education center and two airframe mechanics and aircraft maintenance programs. The school system provides a direct employment pipeline for high school students and adult learners.


    Our Mission: Through exemplary trade and academic programming CTECS prepares trade-bound students to meet the skilled workforce needs in Connecticut. Become inspired to join our educational workforce!


    YOUR ROLE

    A CTECS School counselor is responsible for implementing a developmentally appropriate comprehensive preventative school counseling program that covers the academic career and social emotional domains and is aligned with the CT Comprehensive School Counseling Framework and ASCA professional school counselor standards ethical standards and Mindsets & Behaviors. School counselors work to maximize and support student success while promoting access and equity to education for all students. As vital members of the school leadership team school counselors contribute to a school culture of success for all.

    More details can be found under the Examples of Duties section as well as the class specification.

    START WITH US. STAY WITH US. GROW WITH US.

    With continued education and professional development such as earning an Intermediate Administrator Endorsement (092) possible career pathways for School Counselors may include: Department Head Assistant Principal or Principal opportunities. CTECS employees may also transfer to other schools to gain a vast skillset working with different student and professional populations.

    Selection Plan
    IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THIS RECRUITMENT:
    • Please include any related endorsements and/or certification and licensure credential details within your application.
    • Be sure to select all locations you are interested in and commutable to.
    FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

    Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources Visit our Applicant Reference Library for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

    BEFORE YOU APPLY:

    • Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the Apply or Apply Online buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

    AFTER YOU APPLY:

    • Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updatessuch as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling linksplease check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this log in to your Personal Status Board and select Update My Contact Information.
    • Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs) which must be completed by the questionnaires expiration date. If requested RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
    • Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
    • Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
    • The immediate vacancy is listed above however applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
    • Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language reemployment SEBAC transfer promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees available at employer may participate in EVerify and will provide the federal government with your Form I9 information to confirm work authorization.

    QUESTIONS WERE HERE TO HELP:

    Due to high volume we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process reach out to at .

    Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
    In the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System this class is accountable for educating students in academic and trade coursework.
    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
    • Facilitate small groups and short-term individual counseling using DBT-A and Restorative Practices.
    • Teach classroom school counseling lessons as part of the CTECS Comprehensive School Counseling Framework.
    • Conduct annual individual planning meetings with students and families in grades 9-12.
    • Assist students with postsecondary planning.
    • Collect and analyze data to document the results interventions and to make programmatic decisions.
    • Collaborate with central office administration teachers families and other staff to support school and district improvement goals.
    • Participate in meetings to review and provide multi-tiered systems of support to students.
    • Serve as the case manager for all students with 504 plans on their caseload.
    • Advocate for equitable access to programs and services and compassionate and just treatment of all students.
    • Participate in professional development activities.
    • Other duties as needed.
      PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
      • Experience delivering the CT Comprehensive School Counseling Framework (CCSCF) or the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model.
      • Experience with career counseling and postsecondary trade pathways
      • Experience communicating ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
      • Experience working effectively and collaboratively with school leadership staff families and the community
      • Experience utilizing data to address student and departmental needs
      • Familiar with counseling technology such as Naviance DESSA CTSEDS and PowerSchool
      • Experience utilizing strong public relations organizational and problem solving skills.
      • Experience managing a caseload of students with 504 plans.
      • Experience with school based DBT-A (dialectical behavioral therapy).
      • Experience with restorative practices.
      • Direct experience with student recruitment
      • Experience designing and running small group interventions.
      SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
      Incumbents must possess at time of appointment a valid certificate issued by the Connecticut State Board of Education in accordance with the Certification Regulations Concerning State Educator Certificates Permits and Authorizations with a secondary school endorsement.
      Conclusion

      AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

      The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.


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