School Guidance Counselor Jobs in New Jersey
School Guidance Counselor jobs in New Jersey are open across Newark, Cherry Hill, and Jersey City and other New Jersey metros, with employers like CVS Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Inspira Health Network hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Type:
Instructional - Other Titles/School Counselor
Date Posted:
12/12/2025
Location:
New Media High School - 044 NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION
HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES
765 BROAD STREET, NEWARK, NEW JERSEY 07102
ROGER LEÓN, SUPERINTENDENT
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
(Pending availability of funds and Board of Education approval)
The Superintendent invites qualified and interested persons to apply for the position of School Counselor.
DEFINITION: Under direction, assists in planning, developing, and implementing a program of guidance services to promote the growth and development of each individual student. Counsels students individually, regarding educational and career choices, personal and social concerns, and the formulation of sound long-range plans. Consults with parents, staff, and community.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
- An appropriate New Jersey Department of Education Standard Certificate or eligible for an Emergency license as deemed necessary by https://www.nj.gov/education/certification/certsandtitles/
- Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, unless otherwise specified by the New Jersey Department of Education
- New Jersey Permanent Student Personnel Services Certificate.
- Three (3) years successful teaching or counseling experience, preferred.
- Letters of recommendation, which should include one (1) from current principal or supervisor.
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conducts early screening to assist in the identification of students with special needs and talents, students who are over-aged and under-credited, and students with physical and emotional challenges that have impacted their learning; and makes referrals to appropriate services, and support programs or agencies.
- Provides counseling to potential dropouts to identify alternative academic and social support program options.
- Conducts interviews with students and families in preparation for making referrals to appropriate school placements.
- Communicates with feeding schools, provides information on school offerings, and assists students and families in selecting an appropriate match.
- Supports ongoing orientation activities for new students and their parents, beginning in September and continuing throughout the school year.
- Prepares and maintains appropriate records and reports, as required.
- Assists students in evaluating their abilities and interests, strengths, and weaknesses through use of records, tests, inventories, observations, consultations, and interviews.
- Assists Enrollment staff in interpretation and use of student records and tests; interprets same data for students and parents.
- Updates and confirms student graduation eligibility following a review of student transcripts.
- Administers and interprets interest inventories and aptitude tests for students as they relate to educational and career planning; interprets achievement test results for students, parents, and staff.
- Informs students and parents about the NPS graduation requirements.
- Completes transcript/graduation audits and informs students and parents of the outcome.
- Consults with parents and administrators to bring about better adjustment of students.
- Consults and cooperates with other supportive services personnel to inform student and school-wide goal development and intervention planning.
- Participates in conferences conducted by the Student Support Team and Child Study Team.
- Cooperates with community agencies involved with students, such agencies as Aspira, Essex County Welfare, Division of Youth and Family Services, and the New Jersey State Employment Services to ensure continuity of services.
- Interviews new students and recommends appropriate class placement.
- Reviews student transcripts to assess progress toward graduation and develop a plan for course completion.
- Participates in professional learning committees, professional development workshops, in-service trainings, and administrative meetings to keep abreast of new trends and techniques in the field of guidance and youth development.
- Performs other duties and tasks assigned by Supervisor.
REPORTS TO: Principal
SALARY, EMPLOYMENT PERIOD AND UNION AFFILIATION
- Salary Range: $70,000 - $114,750
- Employment Period: Ten (10) Month
- Union Affiliation: N.T.U. (Newark Teacher's Union)
Newark Board of Education offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to https://nboehrs.com/
Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.
THE NEWARK BOARD OF EDUCATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
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Who's Hiring
- CVS Health156

- Hackensack Meridian Health101

- Inspira Health Network92

- Valley Bank79

- GameStop51

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services659
- Retail220
- Technology & Software139
- Education129
- Banking & Financial Services114
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in school guidance counselor jobs across New Jersey.
- Master's degree in school counseling or a closely related field
- Valid state school counselor licensure or certification
- Experience delivering individual and group counseling sessions to students
- Familiarity with multi-tiered systems of support and intervention frameworks
- Proficiency with student information systems such as PowerSchool or Infinite Campus
- Knowledge of college application processes, financial aid, and career planning resources
School Guidance Counselor Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How many school guidance counselor jobs are there in New Jersey?
There are 2,555+ school guidance counselor openings in New Jersey on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Newark, Cherry Hill, and Jersey City. New positions post regularly as employers across New Jersey hire.
Which New Jersey cities have the most school guidance counselor jobs?
Newark, Cherry Hill, and Jersey City have the most school guidance counselor openings in New Jersey right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire school guidance counselors in New Jersey?
Employers hiring school guidance counselors in New Jersey include CVS Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Inspira Health Network, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote school guidance counselor jobs in New Jersey?
Yes. About 3% of school guidance counselor openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in New Jersey metros.
How do I apply for school guidance counselor jobs in New Jersey?
You can apply to school guidance counselor jobs in New Jersey directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred New Jersey location, then apply to each one that fits.
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