Job Description

St. John the Evangelist Catholic School, located in Hydes, Maryland, is seeking a qualified School Counselor for the 2026–2027 school year.

The full-time Guidance Counselor will work collaboratively with other Guidance Counselors to serve the needs of students. This person is responsible for sharing the oversight of the cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral environment of the school through managing student behavior and addressing the needs of students in an age-appropriate manner. This position is expected to work 21 hours per week.

Essential Functions

• Create and implement social emotional lessons for healthy behavioral and academic environment for the development of the whole child.
• Work with a team in identifying and responding to student learning concerns and create Student Accommodation Plans.
• Work with the PBIS Team in planning and implementing PBIS initiatives.
• Interact effectively and respond to all parent communications in a professional and timely manner.
• Participate in faculty meetings, collaborative planning meetings, retreats, school committees, and in-service learning opportunities.

Position Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling or related field, or currently working towards a master's degree in counseling or related field.
• Possession of, or willingness to obtain, Maryland School Counselor Certification.
• Leadership skill to effectively work with parents and teachers.
• An appreciation for and understanding of the social, emotional, educational, and developmental needs of elementary/middle school children.
• Supports and upholds Catholic moral and social teaching and the mission of Catholic Schools.

*To be considered for a teaching opportunity and to assist with determining compensation, the following documentation is required to be uploaded with your application: Resume, applicable certifications, licensures (PEL), transcripts, and reference contact information. After submitting your completed application, click "Go to My Presence" to upload these documents. Then click "My References" on the right side to submit your reference information.

Pay Range $30.00 - $33.00

Benefits

We offer a generous paid sick leave benefit with this position, and employee automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan.