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SOUTHERN MIDDLE SCHOOL

SMS: MESA Sponsor (Job ID# 3911)

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What they do

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.

$75,984 / year median in Maryland

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

SMS:

MESA Sponsor (Job ID# 3911)

Calvert County Public School District

SOUTHERN MIDDLE SCHOOL

- Lusby, Maryland This job is also posted in Calvert County Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID:

5914067

Application Deadline:

Sep 17, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

CALVERT COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678

NOTICE

OF VACANCY

Internal Only

September 3, 2026

POSITION:
SMS MESA

Club Sponsor (Job #3911)

LOCATION

Southern Middle 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 2026-27

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