Guidance Counselor Jobs in Connecticut

A Guidance Counselor, also known as a School Counselor, plays a crucial role in school administration. They provide support to students, helping them with their academic, career, and emotional development. They often work closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure that students are getting the help they need. Guidance Counselors also play a role in crisis intervention, working with students who are struggling with issues such as bullying, family problems, or mental health concerns. They may also help with college and career planning, providing information and resources to students as they prepare for life after high school.

A Guidance Counselor should be a good listener and communicator, and should have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. They must also be compassionate and empathetic, with a deep understanding of child psychology and development. A master's degree in school counseling or a related field is typically required, and most states require school counselors to be certified or licensed. Prior to becoming a Guidance Counselor, a person may have roles such as a Teacher, a Social Worker, or a School Psychologist, all of which can provide valuable experience and skills for the counseling role.

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School Social Worker

  • Manchester, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 6 days ago

#$10,000 BONUS! We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard! We believe in sharing ideas and working with staff to create innovative ideas to improve employee engagement and...

School Social Worker

  • Groton, CT
  • 23 hours ago
  • Groton, CT
  • 23 hours ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/ Social Worker Date Posted: 6/5/2025 Location: Charles Barnum & Northeast Academy Elementary Date Available: 08/22/2025 Closing Date: 06/17/2025   ...

All District: School Social Worker

  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/ School Social Worker Date Posted: 6/9/2025 Location: Stamford, CT Date Available: 2025-2026 School Year    Union: Stamford Education Association...

Academic Coach

  • Norwalk, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 3 days ago

EMSW Postdoctoral Research Fellow Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, VA Full-time Research & Development Posted on June 01, 2025 Position Responsibilities: At VCU, we Make it Real through...

Special Education School Counselor - 2025/2026 SY

  • Danbury, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Danbury, CT
  • 3 days ago

school counseling profession....

ANTICIPATED VACANCY - School Counselor

  • New Milford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • New Milford, CT
  • 3 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/ School Counselor Date Posted: 6/5/2025 Location: Northville Elementary School Date Available: 08/20/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    New Milford...

ANTICIPATED VACANCY - School Social Worker

  • New Milford, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • New Milford, CT
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/ School Social Worker Date Posted: 6/5/2025 Location: Schaghticoke Middle School Date Available: 08/20/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled    New...

School Counselor

  • East Lyme, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • East Lyme, CT
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: Thank you for your interest in East Lyme Public Schools!! For more information on this and other opportunities, please click on the link provided to be taken directly to our...

School Social Worker

  • Washington Depot, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington Depot, CT
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/Social Worker Date Posted: 6/3/2025 Location: Region 12 Schools Date Available: August 20, 2025 Closing Date: until filled   Additional Information:...

High School Social Worker

  • Branford, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Branford, CT
  • 5 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services/Social Worker Date Posted: 6/4/2025 Location: BHS - 185 East Main Street, Branford, CT 06405 Date Available: August 2025 Closing Date: 06/18/2025...

School Counselor

  • Cromwell, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Cromwell, CT
  • 6 days ago

Cromwell Public Shcools Cromwell, CT Cromwell Public Schools is looking for a Long Term Sub School Counselor for Cromwell Middle Schools. The assignment starts on August 25, 2025 and is until...

School Counselor

  • Stratford, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Stratford, CT
  • 9 days ago

Position Type: Student Support Services - Certified (SEA)/Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 5/16/2025 Location: Frank Scott Bunnell High School Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: 06/29/2025  ...

Admissions Counselor

  • Hartford, CT
  • 9 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 9 days ago

Admissions Counselor Trinity College - 4.1 Hartford, CT Job Details Full-time Estimated: $43.3K - $51.6K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Customer service Public speaking Mid-level Driver's License...

School Counselor - 1 year only (2025-2026)

  • East Lyme, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • East Lyme, CT
  • 10 days ago

Position Type: Certified - Teacher - High School/ School Counselor Date Posted: 5/28/2025 Location: East Lyme High School   

Long Term Substitute - School Counselor

  • Branford, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Branford, CT
  • 11 days ago

Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide VACANCY NOTICE 2025 - 2026 School Year May 30, 2025 Branford High School Long Term Substitute School Counselor Required: BA & 12 Credits in School...

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Salary for Guidance Counselor Jobs in Connecticut

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Guidance Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Guidance Counselors in Connecticut offer the following education background
Master's Degree
63.2%
Bachelor's Degree
19.7%
Doctorate Degree
11.1%
Associate's Degree
2.2%
High School or GED
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.4%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Guidance Counselors in Connecticut
None
27.5%
1-2 years
24.5%
Less than 1 year
24.0%
2-4 years
24.0%



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