An Academic or Guidance Counselor provides guidance to students in elementary, middle and high schools to help them succeed academically and socially. Works with school teachers and administrators to address problems that affect student performance, and identifies resources for students and families. Helps high school students to plan academic course work and advises on the college search and application process.
Sponsor (Job ID# 3893)
Calvert County Public School District
HUNTINGTOWN HIGH SCHOOL
- Huntingtown, Maryland This job is also posted in Calvert County Public Schools
Job Details
Job ID:
5909006
Application Deadline:
Sep 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted:
Today
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
CALVERT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678
NOTICE
OF VACANCY
INTERNAL
APPLICANTS ONLY
August 31, 2026
POSITION:
HHS MESA
Club Sponsor (Job # 3893)
LOCATION
Huntingtown High School
JOB SUMMARY
The Maryland MESA School Coordinator is responsible for the operation of the Maryland MESA Program at the school level.
REPORTS TO
School Principal
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated management, leadership and human relations skills
Ability to exercise good judgment in making decisions
Proven ability to carry an assignment to its completion
Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks akin to the duties and responsibilities listed below
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Shares progress of Maryland MESA with the school principal, regional coordinator and parents
Promotes school wide identification of Maryland MESA students (with special emphasis on students from traditionally underrepresented groups)
Keep accurate records on student attendance, tutoring, grades, activities and evaluations
Ensures that all forms, grades, etc., are submitted to Maryland MESA Central Office in a timely manner (via database as available)
Completes an end-of-year evaluation of school activities
Plans and conducts school wide meetings
Prepares students for the competitions
Communicates with the regional coordinator on a regular basis to share identified school needs and recommended improvements for the local Maryland MESA Program
Attends local workshops and meetings
Disseminates information to students and parents about upcoming events
OTHER DUTIES
Performs related work as required or assigned by the Principal and/or Athletic Director
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position requires significant periods of standing and walking, and is performed in a typical school environment
UNUSUAL DEMANDS
None
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience applied to the current year Extra Pay for Extra Duty Longevity Pay Schedule.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by the Calvert County Public Schools.
EFFECTIVE DATE OF POSITION
School Year 2026 - 2027
APPLICATION
PROCEDURE
Applicants, please apply through the Applicant Tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools' website - www.calvertnet.k12.md.us.
This position remains open until it is filled. Interviews may begin as early as January 20, 2026. References must be directly related to work experience and must include immediate supervisor. State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires that a new employee must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. Current employees of the Calvert County Public Schools are exempt from these requirements.
•House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention Statement
Pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland - House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention all applicants are required to report all former employers in which you may have had direct contact with minors. The applicant must submit the contact information of the current employer, all former school employers, and all former employers not school related. Applicants should also include contact information for organizations in which you have volunteered, coached, mentored, tutored or otherwise have direct contact with minors.
•Nondiscrimination Statement
Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth programs.
Calvert County Public Schools does not refuse enrollment of a prospective student, expel a current student, or withhold privileges from a current student, or prospective student, or the parent or guardian of a current or prospective student because of an individual's race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.
Calvert County Public Schools does not discipline, invoke a penalty against, or take any other retaliatory action against a student or parent or guardian of a student who files a complaint alleging that the program or school discriminated against the student, regardless of the outcome of the complaint.
The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Director of Student Services
Director of Human Resources
443-550-8000
For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.
•Anti-sexual, Anti-racial and Anti-disability Harassment Statement
Discrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals.
Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that they have been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment.
Students, parents, and community members may report allegations of harassment to:
Ms. Sabrina Bergen
Director of Student Services
Calvert County Public Schools
1305 Dares Beach Road
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Employees may report allegations of harassment to:
Mr. Zachary Seawell
Director of Human Resources
Calvert County Public Schools
1305 Dares Beach Road
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation into any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination.
Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment.
For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$684 to $1,520 Stipend
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required