Job Description

School Counselor

Lockport City School District

Lockport , NY 14094

Certified - Teaching - Guidance/School Counselor {GUID}

Job Number 3300054470

Start Date

Open Date 01/16/2026

Closing Date 01/30/2026

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Title of Position:School Counselor - George Southard Elementary School

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Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of Next Generation Learning Standards and NY state assessments

• The ability and commitment to use technology as an instructional tool

• Uncompromising commitment to continuous improvement

• Broad experience with a variety of counseling/de escalation techniques

• Ability to differentiate instruction for accelerated and delayed learners

• Evidence of strong management skills with age appropriate experiences

• Flexibility, enthusiasm, creativity, and willingness to develop programs and collaborate with and support other staff

• Loyalty and evidence of being a team player

• Commitment to equity and inclusion of all members of the school community

Requirements:NY State certification in school counseling

Position Available:February 23, 2026

Salary/Stipend:$51,184 - $57,156 (dependent on graduate credits)

Closing Date:January 30, 2026

_ APPLICATION PROCEDURES _

Internal Applicants: Email a letter of interest to applications@lockportschools.net or interschool mail a letter of interest to the attention of the Human Resources Office. Requests for transfers will be considered according to the provisions of collective bargaining agreements.

External Applicants: Interested applicants are to submit a resume, a completed application, three letters of reference (signed and dated within the past two years), a copy of all college transcripts, and a copy of current NYS certification. Application packets can be submitted in one PDF document to applications@lockportschools.net , online at , or via U.S. mail to Lockport City School District Human Resources Office, 130 Beattie Avenue, Lockport, New York, 14094.

The Lockport City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, creed, religion, marital status, sex, age, or disability.

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Salary Competitive Y

Appointment Status Probationary

Position Status Full time

Start Date 02/23/2026

Required Certification Type School Counselor {2030}

Contact Person's Name Lisa Schrader

Contact Person's Title Deputy Superintendent

Contact Person's Phone 7164784826

Contact Person's Email lschrader@lockportschools.net

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