Position Title

2026-2027 Guidance Counselor

Required Application Type

Teacher / Admin

Salary/Pay Scale

Step 1 starts at $72,496

Job Description

SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - PROBATIONARY

LOCATION: Baldwin High School

HOURS: School days

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 School Year

REPORTS TO: High School Administration

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Has an understanding of the needs of a diverse population,
• Willing to familiarize themselves with the implementation of the scheduling process,
• Is able to effectively intervene with at-risk students academically and socially,
• Participate in special education conferences: CSE, CST, and Section 504,
• Has a working knowledge of the college application process, including the Common Application
• Has familiarity with Naviance and Eschool
• Familiarity with N.Y.S. graduation requirements and Regents’ requirements
• Familiar with academic, social-emotional and career counseling
• Communicate with parents and appropriate professional staff to discuss student needs and progress,
• Has strong interpersonal communication skills with parents, students, teachers and administrators,
• Collaborates with staff and administration to promote and maintain a sound learning environment,
• Other duties as assigned by the principal and/ or supervising administrator.

COMPENSATION: In accordance with the Baldwin Teachers’ Association Agreement

Civil Service Title

Guidance Counselor

Job Qualifications

• NYS School Counselor Certification
• NYS Fingerprint Clearance

Job Category

Guidance

Job Location

Baldwin Middle School

Additional Information