2026-2027 SY - Counselor/SSA - Secondary

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• Counselor/SSA
• Secondary Gallup-McKinley County Schools

Occupation:

Counselors, All Other

Location:

Gallup, NM

• 87301 Positions available: 1 Job #: 5160

Source:

Gallup-McKinley County Schools

Posted:

04/09/2026

Web Site:

www.gmcs.org

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More) Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Education Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in an accredited program in school counseling, guidance & counseling, psychology, sociology, or a related field. Student Success Advisor pathway available with a bachelor Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window.

Title:

Guidance Counselor/Student Success Advisor

• Secondary

Work Location:

Gallup High School

Work Hours:

7.5 hours/Day

Contract Length:

194 Days Fully Licensed Counselor

• $83,979.00 minimum to $84,026.00 maximum Student Success Advisor
• $71,982.

00 minimum to $72,028.00 maximum

Supervisor:

Principal

General Job Description:

The Counselor will develop and implement a school guidance program focused on the physical, social, intellectual, emotional, and vocational growth of each student. The counselor will be responsible for the Competencies for New Mexico School Counselors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. The counselor will develop and implement a comprehensive school level guidance program based on the American School Counseling Association National Standards and focused on the physical, social, intellectual, emotional and vocational growth of each student. 2. The counselor will coordinate activities in the guidance and counseling program 3. The counselor will provide information and facilitate guidance activities for students, staff and parents. 4. The counselor wills serve as a consultant to the school and community 5. The counselor will provide individual and group counseling 6. The counselor will uphold the standards of the counseling profession

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Determine guidance priorities based on local assessed needs
• Formulate measurable objectives from identified needs and priorities
• Coordinate a continuing evaluation of the program
• Coordinate with the appropriate administration for achievement
• Work with other staff members to encourage the inclusion of a student-oriented philosophy in all school activities
• Help to integrate the guidance and counseling program within the total school program
• Communicate with parents and community about services available within the guidance and counseling program
• Establish and maintain contact with school and community resources
• Assist others in their understanding of personal and social development
• Serve as a resource to facilitate groups and presentations on pertinent issues
• Provide prevention strategies that address current issues such as chemical dependency, teenage pregnancy, suicide, dropping out, and various forms of abuse.
• Conduct activities on education and career themes
• Conduct orientation/training programs for students, parents and staff
• Interpret test results to students, parents and staff.
• Provide mediation for changes in behavior and conflict resolution
• Support the staff with assistance in developing positive rapport with students to maximize learning potential
• Assist teachers in identifying students who would benefit from counseling and provide feedback on referred students as appropriate
• Provide information to parents and students to aid in their understanding of educational goals
• Provide resource materials and expertise dealing with issues affecting students, staff and family.
• Provide crisis intervention
• Use appropriate interventions in situations detrimental to the physical, mental, educational and emotional well-being of the individual.
• Provide support to individuals by addressing topics such as interpersonal relations, communication, decision-making, problem solving skills, academic programs, and career, and life planning
• Make referrals to school and community resources when necessary
• Meet the state competency standards and the requirements for preparation
• Participate in the development of policies concerning guidance and counseling
• Stay informed about developments and innovations within the profession at the local, state and national levels.
• Follow the legal and ethical standards of the counseling profession
• Responsible for supervising extracurricular activities as designated by the principal
• Participate in all school meetings as determined by principal
• Manage and facilitate the SAT process
• Support district initiatives
• Accept other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the principal Additional Information Help for Additional Information.

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Qualifications:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities in qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:

Two years of responsible counseling experience; one year of career counseling is desirable.

Education:

Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in an accredited program in school counseling, guidance & counseling, psychology, sociology, or a related field. Student Success Advisor pathway available with a bachelor's degree. Candidates must meet the criteria for one of the licensure pathways outlined below for a

School Counselor:

SCHOOL COUNSELOR, PRE K-12 PATHWAY 1

• Bachelor's and master's Degree (earned from a regionally accredited college/university)
• Minimum of 36-42 semester hours in a School Counselor program including a practicum in a school setting
• Passage of the New Mexico Teacher Assessment (NMTA) Content Knowledge Assessment (CKA) in School Counseling

PATHWAY 2

• Possess an LPC or LPCC license issued by the NM Counseling & Therapy Practice Board
• 6 semester hours of graduate credit in school counseling
• Passage of the New Mexico Teacher Assessment (NMTA) Content Knowledge Assessment (CKA) in School Counseling

PATHWAY 3

• Possess a certificate issued by the National Board for Certified Counselors
• Passage of the New Mexico Teacher Assessment (NMTA) Content Knowledge Assessment (CKA) in School Counseling

ALTERNATIVE PATHWAY

• THIS

PATHWAY IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR THE SIGNING INCENTIVE OFFERED TO FULLY LICENSED COUNSELORS

• Student Success Advisor five-year internship license available, if the candidate is highly qualified.
• Passage of the New Mexico Teacher Assessment (NMTA) Content Knowledge Assessment (CKA) in School Counseling
• Proof of acceptance in an approved program for School Counseling by August 2022.
• Please contact ssalazar@gmcs.

org or 505-721-1143 for further information about the internship pathway. NMPED does not reciprocate out of state school counseling licenses. You must be able to meet one of the above-referenced pathways to obtain a school counseling license. Please contact NMPED directly if you have any questions regarding licensure.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired.

The following may be required:

Sitting, standing, lifting, moving about the room or school, carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, kneeling, prolonged typing, physical ability to type on a keyboard terminal, and moving light furniture.

Equipment/Technology Handled:

Must know how to properly operate or be willing to learn to operate all multimedia equipment including current technology.

Work Environment:

On site attendance is mandatory for this position. Must be able to work within various degrees of noise, temperature, and air quality. Interruptions of work are routine. Flexibility and patience are required. Must be self-motivated and able to complete job assignment without direct supervision. After hour work may be required.

Terms of Employment:

Salary and work calendar established yearly by the district. Certified Secondary School Counselor is a 194-day contract. All GMCS schools are eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). All applicants must upload copies of official transcripts or evaluations of foreign transcripts from any and all accredited colleges/universities attended by you for review in order to be considered for this position. Visit the Employer site for more details Help for Employer Information. Opens a new window. Gallup-McKinley County Schools Social Links Connect with Gallup-McKinley County Schools Other Local Jobs from Gallup-McKinley County Schools Help for Other Local Jobs from. Opens a new window. Change to Grid view Pause Carousel Previous Slide Next Slide Slide 1 Slide 2 Slide 3 2026

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Administrative Assistant Work Location:

Student Support Center Work Hours:

7.5 hours/

Day Contract Length:

236 Days (Non-CBA)

Salary:

$40,491.00 minimum to $52,060.00 maximum Perform a wide variety of secretarial and administrative duties in support of Human Resources (HR), Special Education (SPED), and district administrative functions. This role requires a high level of professionalism, discretion, and customer service, with responsibility for confidential personnel and student records, legal and compliance documentation, complex calendar management, and direct public and staff interaction. The position combines traditional secretarial skills with paralegal-style attention to detail, record management, and regulatory compliance.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED & RECEIVED

Receive immediate supervision from the Assistant Superintendent of Personnel, Special Education, Counseling, and Safety

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Type, proofread, and word process a variety of documents including general correspondence, reports, orders, memoranda, HR forms, and SPED-related documentation from rough drafts or verbal instructions; review all documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with district, state, and federal policies.
• Maintain and manage complex, multi-staff calendars for the Assistant Superintendent and department leadership; proactively anticipate and resolve scheduling conflicts while coordinating meetings, interviews, and district events with timely communication of agendas and supporting materials.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information including personnel files, medical records, student records, and privileged communications with strict discretion and in full compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, and applicable district, state, and federal privacy regulations; limit access to authorized personnel only.
• Assist in the preparation, processing, and tracking of legal documents, compliance filings, due process proceedings, and SPED
• and HR-related legal documentation; maintain organized records of legal communications and deadlines, coordinating with legal counsel and district officials as directed.
• Answer phone calls and respond to public and staff inquiries with a high level of professionalism and customer service, providing accurate information on departmental policies, procedures, and available resources.
• Enter, update, and verify data from multiple sources; compile reports, maintain accurate records, and support compliance and reporting requirements for HR and SPED programs.
• Operate office equipment including copiers, fax machines, and computer systems; maintain organized digital and physical filing systems.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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