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Middle School Counselor

Spring Education Group

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Full TimeHybrid2-5 yrs$60,000 - $65,000 / YEARPosted 1 day ago

Location

West Chester, Pennsylvania

Salary

$60,000 - $65,000 / YEAR

Quick overview

The Middle School Counselor supports the academic and social-emotional development of students in grades 6-8 through interventions and one-on-one meetings. They collaborate with teachers and other counselors to implement a comprehensive, vertically aligned counseling program and lead monthly webinars for students and guardians.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a Master's degree and an active School Counseling certification with at least 3 years of experience supporting middle school students. Proficiency in G-Suite and educational technology tools, along with the ability to travel occasionally, is required.

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Job description

  • Laurel Springs School, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, a WASC-accredited school, is a pioneer in online private school education since 1991.
  • Laurel Springs provides flexible and personalized learning experiences online for students in kindergarten through 12th grade and beyond.
  • General Description of Position: The Middle School (6th - 8th Grade) Counselor is responsible for programming that supports and promotes academic and social development of students in grades 6-8.
  • This position requires wide exposure, experience, and proficiency in catering to the unique needs of the school and individual students.
  • Job Duties: Duties include, but are not limited to: Respond to students’ academic and social/emotional needs through developmentally appropriate interventions.
  • Assess student abilities, interests, and achievement to help them make decisions about their future and help guide them in planning for upper school.
  • Communicate proactively and responsively with students, parents, teachers, staff, and administrators via email, phone, video conference, and any other communication tools provided by LSS.
  • Cultivate collaborative relationships with middle school teachers and advisors to establish wrap-around support for all students.
  • Lead live monthly webinar sessions for students and guardians which focus on supporting students’ academic, career, and social/emotional development.
  • Plan and implement group counseling opportunities to meet student needs as identified by data.
  • Support individual student academic, social/emotional, and college/career needs through one-on-one meetings.
  • Collaborate closely with the K-5 and College Counselors to aid in the development of a vertically aligned, comprehensive school counseling program, playing a critical role in the transition programming that supports the successful transition both to and beyond middle school.
  • Support and encourage enrollment through active participation in virtual open houses and re-enrollment conversations.
  • Use data to identify programming priorities and effectiveness.
  • Create meaningful communications, such as newsletters, that focus on needs specific to the population of students on a regular basis.
  • Participate collaboratively and professionally in school-wide meetings, events, communications and activities, both online and in person, with some required evening virtual events.

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Spring Education Group

Spring Education Group is a national network of independent schools serving students from preschool through 12th grade. We believe that students can achieve more than they imagine. Each Spring school offers a carefully designed program led by expert educators who cultivate...

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IndustryEducation Administration Programs
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
HQCampbell, California

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  • Engage in ongoing professional development (internal and external), practice self-assessment, and strive for continuous improvement.
  • Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and staff as well as LSS management and operations.
  • Perform other counseling related duties as assigned.
  • Requirements

    Master’s degree Active School Counseling certification and commitment to ongoing compliance with state and local regulations relating to background checks and credentials. 3+ years of experience counseling or working in a school setting supporting specifically middle school students. Experience with implementing group programs with measurable objectives. Excellent skills with word processing, productivity, communication, and educational technology tools; expertise with G-Suite, Learning Management Systems, and Student Information Systems strongly preferred. Strong analytical, interpretive, evaluative, and constructive thinking, and organizational skills Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Access to dependable and high-quality internet and a quiet work space that allows the counselor to be fully present and available to students, parents, and colleagues as needed during work hours (Monday through Friday from 8:30am - 5pm ET). Ability to travel to attend in-person events, meetings, and training opportunities on occasion. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

    Market context

    Middle school counseling roles in Pennsylvania

    In Pennsylvania, middle school counselor openings often reflect steady demand for professionals who can support academic planning, social-emotional needs, and student transitions. These roles are competitive because schools typically look for a master’s degree, active School Counseling certification, and experience with middle school students, plus comfort with G-Suite and educational technology. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then tailor your application to show direct experience with this age group and school-based support.

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