School Counselor - Tenure Track, 26-27 SY

WESTWOOD REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT 
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, NEW JERSEY 
 

SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Tenure Track
2026 - 2027 School Year
Westwood Regional High School
Anticipated Opening
 

Qualifications: 

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the components of a comprehensive developmental counseling program, child growth and development, strategies for effective educational planning, learning assessment and diagnosis, research related to learning, and the resources available in the school and community to assist secondary students
• Exhibit enthusiasm and sensitive interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, and educators concerning the needs and abilities of all students as related to social-emotional and/or educational growth
• Knowledge of crisis intervention strategies and resources especially related to at-risk students
• Broad knowledge of testing and evaluation, theories of individual and group counseling techniques, and secondary school counseling program design
• Experience managing student database systems
• Experience working with at-risk students
• Minimum experience as determined by the board

Requirements:

• Valid New Jersey Instructional Certificate: School Counselor endorsement or eligibility required
• Required criminal history background check, fingerprinting and proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status

Salary & Benefits:

• Per the established WEA Salary Guide ranging from $56,000 - $105,677
• Full-time staff are eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision benefits.
• Sick and personal days are included per the WEA contract.

For immediate consideration, apply at www.applitrack.com/westwood/onlineapp
 

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