Position Title

Probationary School Counselor

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

Min. $47,035 base, commensurate with experience

Job Description

The Manchester-Shortsville CSD (Red Jacket Schools) is seeking candidates for the following position for 2026-2027:

Probationary School Counselor (1.0 FTE)

Applications are due by September 30, 2026.

Job Qualifications

NYS School Counselor Certification required

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated School Counselor to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide academic, emotional, and social support to students, guiding them in their personal development and helping them navigate the challenges of high school.

• Objectives of This Role:
• Create a supportive environment for students
  Address and manage parent concerns
  Balance academic growth with emotional development in student life
  Promote a school-wide culture of support and care
  Ensure the student body demonstrates maturity and respect
  Guide all students towards graduation
  
• Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with administration, counseling staff, and department chairs to build the schedule
  Assess student interests and abilities through individual planning
  Advise students on academic and career pathways
  Facilitate discussions and conflict resolution between students, teachers, and parents
  Provide counseling and resources to individual students, small groups, and classrooms
  Organize events to raise student awareness of social issues
  Report on student well-being to the administration Provide crisis intervention and support as needed
  Facilitate workshops on topics such as college readiness, mental health awareness, and conflict resolution
  Maintain accurate records and documentation of counseling sessions and student progress
  •

Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in School Counseling or related field
  New York State Certification as a School Counselor
  Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  Ability to work collaboratively with diverse student populations
  Experience in a school setting preferred
  
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Comfort in leading conflict resolution and crisis management sessions
  Collaborative and inspirational mindset
  Ability to lead and advise
  Understanding of youth psychology
  Capacity to assess academic achievement and capabilities
  

Additional Requirements:

Provides for his/her professional growth through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning

Carries out any other assigned duties and/or responsibilities which may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent of Schools and the

Board of Education Job Details:

7.5-hour day, 10-month, plus up to 20 summer work days per RJFA contract

Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with less than required attributes or disabilities to perform the essential functions to expectations

Salary:

Per RJFA contract, minimum $47,035, plus education and relevant experience

Comprehensive benefits package

Application Deadline:

September 30, 2026

Applications will be reviewed and screenings completed as candidates apply

EOE:

Equal Opportunity Employer

Application Procedure

Candidates should complete an online application in RecruitFront at this site: https://manchestershortsville.recruitfront.com/JobOpportunities. Be sure to apply to the specific posting for Probationary School Counselor.

Job Category

Teacher

Job Location

Elementary School