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.
School Counselor Long Term Substitute•Kate Furbish Elementary School (Anticipated)
Brunswick School Department
Kate Furbish Elementary School•Brunswick, Maine This job is also posted in Brunswick School Department
Job Details
Job ID:
5835102
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Aug 25, 2026
Job Description
Kate Furbish Elementary School is a large, nature-based and nurturing learning community•serving students from PreK through Grade 2 in Brunswick, Maine. We are committed to fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in every child. Our staff is passionate about early childhood development and dedicated to creating an inclusive and joyful classroom experience. We proudly implement the Maine Department of Education's For ME program in all of our classrooms, which provide rich, developmentally appropriate learning experiences designed to support whole-child growth. Intentional play is an integral part of our day.
Kate Furbish Elementary School is searching for a long term substitute school counselor to work with our SEL team to support kindergarten to grade two students and staff. This position will begin in late August, 2026 and continue until December 22, 2026.
Desired candidates will:
Have experience supporting social-emotional needs of young children
Respond collaboratively and flexibly to changing student and school needs
Use a collaborative approach to problem solving in a fast-paced environment
Regularly supervise students in the school environment
Work collaboratively with the Social Emotional Learning Team on a regular basis
Perform other related tasks and assume other duties as the Principal may assign from time to time Please electronically submit a completed application by July 30th.
Applications will be reviewed through July 30th, but the position will remain open until filled.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. The Brunswick School Department does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
