61231 School Counselor

Monroe County School District FL

$62K — $104K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Eligibility for Florida certification required.
  • FL certification in School Counseling (grades PK-12) is necessary.
  • Master's degree in School Counseling or related field preferred.
  • Experience working with elementary school students (K-5).
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

  • Provide guidance and support to K-5 students.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive counseling programs.
  • Collaborate with teachers and parents to address student needs.
  • Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
  • Facilitate conflict resolution and social skills training.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits package available.
  • Choice between Florida Retirement System Pension Plan or Investment Plan.
  • 10 days of paid leave per year.
  • Access to further training and certification resources.
Full Job Description
Position Type:
Guidance Services/Counselor Elementary School

Date Posted:
6/3/2026

Location:
Stanley Switlik Elementary School

Date Available:
08/05/2026
Location: Stanley Switlik Elementary School
Address: 3400 Overseas Highway, Marathon, FL 33050
Start/Dismissal Times: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Position: School Counselor
Grade Levels: K-5

Start Date: August 3, 2026
Salary: Base Salary ranges from $62,700 to $104,700, commensurate with experience.
Detailed compensation info for newly hired teachers is available in our Instructional Salary Placement Guide for the 2025-2026 School Year.
Benefits: Explore our comprehensive 2026 Employee Benefits Guide with insurance premium rates conveniently listed on page 13.
Retirement: Choose between the Florida Retirement System Pension Plan or Investment Plan.
Leave: Teachers who start in August earn a total of 10 days of paid leave during the year.

Eligibility for Florida certification is required. FL certification in School Counseling (grades PK-12) is a prerequisite for teaching in field. The Bureau of Educator Certification has developed instructional videos to guide applicants through the certification process, covering topics such as Florida's Online Educator Certification System Set-up and the Florida Teacher Certification Application. Visit https://flcertify.fldoe.org/datamart/mainMenu.do to login or create a new user account.

How to Become FL Certified in School Counseling (grades PK-12)
  1. Out-of-State Certification: If you hold an unexpired, out-of-state, professional educator certificate in this subject area, please apply for Florida reciprocity.
  2. Master's Degree in School Counseling: Commonly accepted Master's degree (or higher degree) majors for a Florida temporary educator certificate include: School Guidance and Counseling, School Counseling, and School Guidance.

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