Middle School Counselor

CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE·New York

$71,314 - $158,280/yrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 4 months ago

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Middle School Counselor · $71,314 - $158,280/yr

About the role

Pay for this role is about 23% above the New York median for similar positions.

The School Counselor supports the academic, social-emotional, and developmental needs of middle school students through individual and group counseling. They also manage student schedules, monitor academic progress, and collaborate with staff and families to ensure student success.

Job DetailsJob Location

Bronx ,
NY 10453Position
Type:
Full
TimeSalary
Range: $71,314.00 - $158,280.00 Salary/yearThe School Counselor plays a vital role in supporting the academic, social-emotional, and developmental needs of middle school students. This position is ideal for a passionate educator committed to equity, student advocacy, and preparing students for long-term success. Key Responsibilities Student Support & Counseling Provide individual and group counseling focused on academic, social, and emotional development Support students in navigating peer relationships, personal challenges, and school expectations Lead and support advisory and social-emotional learning (SEL) programming Academic Programming & Scheduling Develop and manage student schedules in compliance with NYS requirements and school programming Monitor student progress using academic and attendance data Collaborate with teachers and staff to support student achievement and intervention planning Data & Compliance Maintain accurate student records and documentation in the student information system Track and analyze academic performance, attendance, and student outcomes Support standardized testing logistics and communicate results to families Family & Community Engagement Conduct family meetings to review academic progress and school expectations Support student transitions, including onboarding transfer students Connect students and families with enrichment opportunities and external resources Schoolwide Collaboration Participate in IEP and 504 meetings and collaborate with Special Education staff Support summer school coordination and academic interventions Assist with staff training on SEL, mandated reporting, and student support practices Qualifications Master’s Degree in School Counseling or a related field Valid New York State School Counselor certification or currently in the process of obtaining certification Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in a school setting Bilingual (English/Spanish) proficiency required Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and educational technology

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in School Counseling or a related field and possess a valid New York State School Counselor certification. A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish are required.

postgraduate degree
Bilingual
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Conflict resolution
Data analysis
Spanish proficiency
Social-emotional learning
Educational technology
Academic advising
Mandated reporting
School counseling
Student advocacy
IEP meeting facilitation
504 meeting facilitation

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $71,314 - $158,280/yr
Location: New York
Posted: Apr 20, 2026
Application: Employer website

Middle school counseling roles in New York

Middle school counselor roles in New York are often in steady demand because schools need support for student academic planning, attendance, and social-emotional needs. Competition is shaped by the required master’s degree and NYS licensure or certification, along with experience working with adolescents. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, and tailor your application to show direct school-based counseling experience and current NYS credentials.