Guidance Counselor, High School (EX))2026-2027)-Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Essex MD

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Essex, Maryland

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Computer Workstations, Conferences, Course Coordination, Interpersonal Skills, Keyboards, Material Moving, Military, Physical Demands, Progress Reports, Scholarship, Secondary School, Student Admissions, Student Housing, Training/Teaching, Typing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Essex, Maryland
POSTED
30+ days ago
Our Lady of Mount Carmel High School seeks a full-time, 12-month School Counselor for the 2026–2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have a passion for building a comprehensive student college, career, and support program for approximately 200 students in grades 9–12. Under the supervision of the principal, the School Counselor will help foster an environment that encourages and empowers young people to grow in mind, body, and spirit.
 

Essential Functions

Student Counseling
  • Develop a network of professional, licensed counseling resources to support student needs as they arise.
  • Develop and oversee student academic success plans in collaboration with students and parents.
College and Career Planning
  • Support students in grades 9–12 as they prepare for post–high school opportunities.
  • Host college and career planning sessions for students and parents.
  • Coordinate college, trade school, and military information sessions at OLMC.
Academic Support
  • Coordinate the course selection process for students.

  • Prepare and publish final academic schedules for all students.

  • Schedule annual one‑on‑one meetings with students.

  • Oversee student IEPs and accommodation plans and partner with parents and students to secure appropriate LEA support.

Professional Development / Growth
  • Attend professional conferences, workshops, and seminars to support ongoing development.
  • Obtain and maintain licensure in an appropriate field.
Administration / Organization
  • Publish updates from the School Counseling Department with information on academic success, college and career resources, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities.

  • Track college and career outcomes, including acceptances, attendance/career direction, and scholarship or award totals.

  • Maintain active office hours for students and parents.

  • Prepare quarterly, semester, and final reports on student progress.

  • Coordinate the review and production of student transcripts.

  • Serve in additional capacities as requested by the Principal.

Position Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in school counseling or a related field, or current enrollment in a Master’s program in counseling or a related field.

  • Possession of, or the ability to obtain, Maryland School Counselor licensure.

  • Understanding of the social, emotional, educational, and developmental needs of high‑school–aged students.

  • Ability to support and uphold Catholic moral and social teaching and the mission of Catholic schools.

  • Prior experience in school counseling, college admissions, or teaching is preferred.

  • Strong interpersonal, written, and communication skills, with the ability to relate to diverse personalities.

  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Physical Demands 

  • The position requires the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work.

  • May involve some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials (5–50 pounds).

  • May require extended periods of standing or sitting at a keyboard or workstation.

  • May involve repetitive motions (e.g., typing).

  • May involve walking long distances and climbing stairs.

*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:  $50,000 - $70,000, Annualized  

Benefits   

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package with this position, including health, dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and disability insurance; automatic enrollment in the 403(b) plan and employer contribution (whether or not the employee contributes); and generous paid holiday, sick and vacation leave. Please click on the link below for more detailed information:   

 

https://www.archbalt.org/human-resources/employee-benefits/employee-benefits/  

 

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