FSCA News

School Counselor Job Positions

Charlotte County: Seeks certified school counselors for the 2022-2023 school year at both the elementary and secondary level.  School Counselor’s starting salary is $61,289 and Charlotte County recognizes up to 30 years of prior experience for additional compensation. Contact Superintendent for Human Resources, Patrick.keegan@yourcharlotteschools.net, (941) 255-0808 xt7

Miami-Dade County: HIRING STUDENT SERVICES SUPPORT SPECIALIST. MANY POSITIONS AVAILABLE ACROSS THE DISTRICT. Contact: Ilka Ashenoff. iashenoff@dadeschools.net Preferred Phone Number: 305.995.1049 Student Services Support Specialist ~ Responsible for assisting learners in developing their potential to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Minimum Qualification Requirements: Master’s degree in mental health counseling, social work, psychology, counseling, or related field.

Volusia County: Volusia County Schools continues to make strides in lowering the student-to-school counselor ratio and we have many openings for certified school counselors at all levels (the elementary school counselor positions are for a 2nd school counselor!). Anyone interested in applying can fill out an application at the VCS vacancies page (Certified School Counselor positions are listed under the “Teacher” category).

Santa Rosa County: Hiring additional School Counselors at all levels!

School Counselor Job Openings available for next school year (2022-23) all levels. Job postings at:
https://santarosa.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx (use search bar to filter for School Counselor jobs)
For more information on the job openings you may contact each school directly or:
Darla Dunn, Certified School Counselor on Special Assignment to Student Services
Santa Rosa County School District
850-983-5150 ext. 1313
DunnDL@santarosa.k12.fl.us

Polk County: Located in the heart of Florida with easy access to Orlando and Tampa, Polk County has certified school counseling positions available at both elementary and secondary levels! Interested candidates may apply here or contact elementary- (Deidre Skaggs at deidre.skaggs@polk-fl.net) or secondary– (Laquieria Nottage at laquieria.nottage@polk-fl.net). For more information https://polkschoolsfl.com/employmentopenings/

Faculty Position: Full time counseling faculty position at Albizu University (CACREP) immediate hiring. Contact Carlos Viera at 305-593-1223 x3217 or cviera2@albizu.edu

Miami: Immediate opening for a K – 8 School Counselor for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year at Mater Academy of International Studies in Miami, FL. Mater Academy of International studies has a wide range of student backgrounds, needs, and programs. For more information, contact Stephanie Ocampo or Giselle Bernal at 305-634-0445 or socampo@materacademyis.com

FSCA is now accepting applications for its Emerging Leaders program. Criteria to participate: Must be a current member of the Florida School Counselor Association and maintain membership through the term. Must be a current graduate student in a school counseling program or a professional school counselor.

Click here to apply.

The 2022 FSCA Scholarship applications are now available.  FSCA will award four high school scholarships in the amount of $250 each, and three graduate student scholarships in the amount of $500 each.  All application materials must be received by 5pm Friday, April 1, 2022.  For application and details go to:  Scholarship Information | Florida School Counselor Association (fla-schoolcounselor.org)

All questions should be directed to:  scholarships@fla-schoolcounselor.org

Interested in serving as an executive board member? FSCA is currently seeking nominations to fill open executive board seats for the 2022-2025 term!  The nomination packet is included and due by February 28th at 5:00pm.  Elections will take place during the month of March.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Rachel Kusher at kusher@fla-schoolcounselor.org.  

2022 FSCA Board of Directors Application packet: https://bit.ly/3ghM7L1