Careers

NativityMiguel School of Scranton – Scranton, PA 18509

NativityMiguel School of Scranton (NMS) is a tuition-free Catholic middle school (grades 5-8)
proudly serving students and families of greater economic need. Valuing both academic success
and character development, we strive to empower our students to reach their full potential.

As a School Counselor at NMS, you will support students’ academic, personal, and social
development through counseling, collaboration, and proactive interventions. As a member of
our small, but dedicated team, you will share the mission of NMS.

Qualifications:

• Experience in a school setting
• Master’s degree in counseling or a related field
• Pennsylvania School Counselor certification
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional ethics
• Practicing Catholic (preferable but not required)
• Spanish speaking (preferable but not required)

Responsibilities:

• Provide a comprehensive counseling program to assist students in academic achievement, as well as personal and social development
• Serve as a consultant, in this regard, to school staff, parents, and school community members
• Deliver Tier 1 services, in the form of classroom instruction that proactively enhances social emotional skills, promotes positive school engagement, and supports students’ goals and academic achievement
• Provide school-based, short-term counseling services, such as small group or individual sessions to support students’ personal, social, and academic success (in alignment with their respective license or certification)
• Facilitate discussions regarding appropriate guidance for out-of-school mental and/or behavioral health and well-being support services when requested or needed
• Provide additional services and support as requested by the Principal and President