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Guidance Counselor - Seneca Intermediate School

Salamanca City CSD

50 Iroquois Drive

Salamanca , NY 14779

Certified - Teaching - Guidance/School Counselor {GUID}

Job Number 3300054057

Start Date

Open Date 11/19/2025

Closing Date

Announcement of Anticipated Vacancy

The Board of Education will accept written applications for the following anticipated position:

Guidance Counselor - Seneca Intermediate School

Salamanca City Central School District is committed to supporting learning excellence for all students, with a strong emphasis on providing culturally responsive support for Native American students and families. Our school values learning excellence, respectful relationships, effective communication, and continuous improvement, and we actively honor tribal cultures, histories, and identities. We work collaboratively with tribal communities to ensure students feel connected, respected, and empowered.

Position Summary

The Guidance Counselor will provide academic, social-emotional, and college/career support with a specific focus on meeting the unique needs of Native American students. This role requires cultural awareness, strong relational skills, and a commitment to inclusive practices that respect tribal sovereignty, traditions, and community partnerships.

This is a 10-month position. The salary will be $49,037 to $89,059 annually, based on experience and in accordance with the current, negotiated Salamanca Teachers Association (STA) Contract. Salamanca City Central School District offers a robust benefits package, numerous professional development opportunities, and is a Student Loan Forgiveness eligible district.

Key Responsibilities

+ Promote learning excellence by helping students develop academic skills, confidence, and pathways for success while recognizing culturally rooted strengths.

+ Build respectful, trusting relationships with Native American students, families, tribal education departments, and community members.

+ Provide individual and group counseling that is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and grounded in relationship-building.

+ Use effective communication to coordinate with teachers, administrators, and tribal partners to support student needs.

+ Collaborate with families and tribal community representatives to ensure services align with cultural values and support systems.

+ Encourage continuous improvement by using data and feedback from students, families, and tribal partners to refine counseling practices.

+ Assist students with academic planning, study skills, attendance improvement, and goal setting.

+ Support transitions to high school, college, workforce, or vocational paths, including scholarships and programs specific to Native American students.

+ Facilitate restorative conversations and conflict resolution that emphasize respect, community, and cultural perspectives.

+ Maintain accurate, confidential records and comply with legal, ethical, and cultural guidelines.

+ All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

+ Master's degree in School Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Education, or a related field with valid New York State certification or the ability to obtain it.

+ Demonstrated commitment to serving Native American students with cultural humility and respect.

+ Strong skills in effective communication, collaboration, and relationship-building with diverse communities.

+ Knowledge of culturally responsive practices, historical trauma, and strengths-based approaches for Native American youth.

+ Commitment to learning excellence and continuous improvement in student support services.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience working with Native American students, tribal education programs, or Indigenous communities.

+ Familiarity with tribal sovereignty, community protocols, and culturally rooted support practices.

+ Training in trauma-informed care, restorative practices, or culturally responsive counseling models.

+ Knowledge of the ASCA National Model.

For Questions or To Apply

Information regarding the duties of the position can be obtained from Erin Barie, Seneca Intermediate School Principal,[email protected] 716-945-2400, Ext. 5263. Information regarding salary and benefits can be obtained from the Human Resources Department [email protected] 716-945-2400 Ext. 4077.

Any presently employed or qualified person interested in the above positions should submit your letter of interest via SharePointon or before November 26, 2025. Interested, qualified persons not currently employed by the District should submit a completed application via the posting on WNYRIC Western New York Jobs website,https://www.wnyric.org/wny-school-jobson or before November 30, 2025.

Dr. Mark Beehler

Superintendent of Schools

The Salamanca City Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people, regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.

Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app\_login?COMPANY\_ID=00005387) for this job posting.

Job Attachment View Attachment

Itinerant Location Seneca Intermediate School

Salary: From 49037.00

Salary: To 89059.00

Salary Competitive Y

Appointment Status Probationary

Position Status Full time

Required Certification Type School Counselor {2030}, Guidance {2040}

Contact Person's Name Human Resources

Contact Person's Phone 716-945-2400 X4077

Contact Person's Email [email protected]