Substitute School Counselor SY 2026-2027

Utilizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration, school counselors promote student success, provide preventive services, and respond to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that addresses academic, career, and personal/social development for all students. Provides advice and guidance to students, school administrators, staff, parents and community members. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training, and Experience:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in school counseling.
 
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a Maryland Educator Professional Certificate with School Counselor endorsement.
 OR
Education, Training, and Experience:
Education, training, and experience as required by the Maryland Pathway to Initial Licensure for School Counselor.
 
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of, or eligibility for, a Maryland Educator Professional License and School Counselor Licensure.

 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of school counseling. Knowledge of curriculum. Knowledge of effective instructional techniques. Knowledge of instructional materials and equipment. Knowledge of the ASCA National Model. Knowledge of and skill in data analysis.

Demonstration of outstanding written and oral communication skills. Demonstration of strong leadership and human relations skills.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work of this class is generally performed in a school environment.  Work may require the ability to move around the school and classroom. 

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required 

Conditions of Employment: 

Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events. 

SALARY:    $ 41.05 per hour

FLSA:  Non-Exempt

This posting describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions.  It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.  

Application Instructions:  

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.  

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS).  Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.  
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.    
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment.  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position.   
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you are applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.  

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education:  

• Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable only at the application stage. Official transcripts must be provided only after you have accepted a contingent offer.  
• Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education may result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with your application.   

Proof of Degree Equivalency:  

• Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from a MSDE approved Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agency. This information is located on the MSDE website at https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DEE/Certification/Foreign-Transcript-Evaluation-Agencies.aspx  

Pre-Employment Requirements:  

• All people employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.   
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.  
• If you have military experience, you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.  
• Official transcripts will be required upon hire and must be sent via e-script/clearinghouse from your university.  
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.  
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Benefits and Retirement Orientation meeting.  
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.  

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: 

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activates and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). 

Contact Information
Office of Substitutes
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-8446