9-12 School Counselor

• Thrive Charter School is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and student-focused High School Counselor (Grades 9-12) to join our student support team
• The ideal candidate will support students' academic achievement, college and career readiness, and social-emotional well-being while fostering a positive and supportive school culture.Position Overview
• The Grades 9-12 School Counselor plays a vital role in supporting students through high school and preparing them for post-secondary success
• This position provides academic advising, individual and group counseling, crisis support, and college/career planning services while collaborating with staff, families, and community partners

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to support students' academic, social, and emotional development
• Assist students with academic planning, scheduling, credit tracking, and graduation

Requirements

• Support college and career readiness, including applications, FAFSA, scholarships, and post-secondary planning
• Monitor student attendance, behavior, and academic performance to provide targeted interventions
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to support student success
• Participate in MTSS/RTI and student support team meetings
• Provide crisis intervention and short-term counseling support as needed
• Deliver social-emotional learning (SEL) lessons and programming for students
• Maintain accurate, confidential student records in accordance with state and school guidelines
• Coordinate referrals to outside agencies and support services when appropriate
• Support transition planning for students entering post-secondary education, training, or workforce pathways

Qualifications

• Master's degree in School Counseling or related field (required)NJDOE certification as a School Counselor (or eligibility for certification) required
• Experience working with high school students preferred
• Strong understanding of adolescent development, college/career readiness, and social-emotional learning
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and staff
• Preferred

Qualifications

• Experience in college advising or post-secondary planning
• Familiarity with FAFSA, scholarship processes, and college application systems
• Experience in a diverse school environment
• Training in trauma-informed practices or restorative approaches
• Strong advocacy skills for student success and equity
• Compensation &

Benefits

• $62,000/year
• Health, dental, and retirement

Benefits

• (as applicable)Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative school environment focused on student achievement and readiness