Full-Time School Counselor for 2026-2027 School Year

E.O. Smith high school is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and thoughtful individual who can contribute to our school's mission and vision through their teaching, scholarship, and/or service to the institution. 

 The School Counseling Department is comprised of 7 full-time counselors along with related support service staff. The school counselor will work with a team of professionals providing comprehensive high school counseling to students in grades 9-12. 

 School Counseling

 QUALIFICATIONS: 

� Possess or be eligible for Connecticut  Educator Certificate: School Counselor (068)

� Possess qualities and personal characteristics necessary to work effectively with all stakeholders

� Demonstrate knowledge of best practices and methodologies in school counseling aligned with CCSCF & ASCA standards

� Demonstrate ability to  utilize technology and data to assess student performance

� Posses outstanding communication skills 

� Training and/or experience with college and career equity counseling

� Demonstrate understanding or have experience in providing culturally relevant counseling and instruction

 SCHOOL COUNSELOR RESPONSIBILITIES: 

� Implement a developmentally appropriate school counseling program for all students

� Collaborate with families, faculty, administrators and support agencies promoting students' academic and social-emotional development

� Communicate regularly and effectively with all stakeholders

� Provide group and individual counseling services

� Write, implement and support Section 504 plans and IEPs

� Utilize student data to  identify and plan student remediation, acceleration, opportunity and intervention

� Advocate for rigorous and higher education for all students

� Actively participate in both department and school-wide professional development opportunities and school-sponsored events

 SALARY: In accordance with the agreement between the Region 19 Board of Education and the Region 19 Teacher's Association. 2026-2027 salary range $53857-$109234

The Region 19 Board of Education and EO Smith Community actively seeks and welcomes applicants of all races, religions, colors, national origins, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, ages, and/or disabilities.  We, as a district, commit to achieve and sustain a diverse, equitable, and just educational community and strive to make our school an anti-racist, inclusive, and safe environment for all its members.