Poynette Middle School is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and professional Middle School Counselor to join our student services team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional collaboration, professionalism, and empathy while supporting the academic, social-emotional, and career development of our students. Counselor seaking a paid internship are also encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide individual counseling and group counseling to meet students'' personal, academic, and social-emotional needs.
Collaborate with students, families, teachers, other student services team members, and administrators to ensure each student is on track for career and/or college readiness.
Develop and implement programs to support students' academic planning, goal-setting, and personal development.
Serve as a resource and advocate for students, fostering and supporting and positive school culture that includes student voice
Provide crisis intervention and support as needed, ensuring student safety and well-being.
Participate in professional development and stay current on best practices in school counseling.
Utilize the Second Step curriculum to cultivate a positive school climate, proactively teaching conflict resolution and decision-making skills to middle school students.
Poynette is a wonderful community that takes pride in our schools and fully supports our innovative educational goals. Located 30 minutes north of Madison, Poynette is a small, high achieving district nestled between some of Wisconsin's finest waterways, prairies, hiking trails, and trout streams.
Must have appropriate DPI license or proof of eligibility. Please apply online through WECAN. The position will be open until filled.
District Contact:
David Fischer
Director of Student Services
108 N. Cleveland St.
Poynette, WI 53955
dfisc@poynette.k12.wi.us