FY27: Counselor, Resource, Springbrook HS, 1.0 FTE

Job Description - FY27: Counselor, Resource, Springbrook

HS, 1.0 FTE

(26002CS) Job Description FY27: Counselor, Resource, Springbrook

HS, 1.0 FTE

Job Specific Information:

The wage range for this position is a salary between $64,591 and $131,472 based on education and experience. For information about benefits, please follow the link below.

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MCPS Official Job Description Summary Description:

Under direction, provides a comprehensive developmental program to students in the areas of personal and social development, academic achievement, and career and educational decision making; acts as a consultant in this regard to staff, parents and community. Under direction, provides management of guidance services to students, staff, and parents, including academic, career and personal/social counseling; serves as the guidance department^s liaison with administration, staff and community.

Physical Demands:

As required by the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Special Requirements:

Required to attend school meetings, programs and activities outside the instructional day as mandated by the MCEA agreement.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the role of a counselor and the MCPS Policies and Procedures regarding guidance/counseling. Thorough knowledge of the Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program and the MCPS Program of Studies. Knowledge of growth and development stages of adolescents. Ability to read, take notes, and interpret written material. Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently with staff, students, and parents. Ability to use a computer for on-line scheduling. Ability to do counselor/department observations and supervision. Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to speak effectively to both large and small groups. Excellent human relations skills with the ability to establish good relationships with many different types of individuals and groups.

Education Training Experience:

Master^s degree from an accredited college or university in school guidance and counseling. Three years experience as a counselor. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Certificate License:

Meets Maryland state certification requirements for school guidance counselor. Completion of Observing and Analyzing Teaching 1 (OAT1) by the beginning of the second year of the assignment and Observing and Analyzing Teaching 2 (OAT2) by the end of the second year in assignment.

Job:

School Counselors Job Grade:

BD Organization:

Springbrook High School Primary Location:

Silver Spring

Schedule:

Full-time | 1.000 (80 hours bi-weekly)

Working Months:

10

Shift:

Day Job

Job Posting:

Apr 20, 2026, 3:24:58 PM - Ongoing