Brief description of the position and work location:

Brumunddal Middle School will have approximately 380 students and about 50 employees during the 2026–2027 school year. The school is organized by grade level, with one grade-level coordinator per grade and two homeroom teachers per class. We work systematically to improve students’ foundational skills and address the interdisciplinary themes in the new curriculum. The school has implemented a 1:1 computer program for all students, and digital literacy is a key focus area. The school has strong support systems, including counselors and youth advisors who work closely with teachers and students. Over the next two years, we will be actively working to promote student participation in academic subjects and in the development of social skills. As part of Ringsaker School, our goal is to provide our students with the best possible learning outcomes—both academically and socially.

We are hiring:

At Brumunddal Middle School, a full-time (100%) permanent position as a youth counselor will be available starting September 1, 2026.

Job Responsibilities:

A youth counselor at BRUSK will be part of the student’s support team at the school. The youth counselor will work closely with the homeroom teacher and as part of a multidisciplinary team alongside the social worker and other staff members. The youth counselor will work at the school during the school year and maintain close contact with students, other agencies, and community organizations during school breaks and other days off.

A youth counselor may work with individual students or groups of students. Together with the rest of the professional community, the youth counselors will contribute to a safe and positive school environment for all our students. In this work, building strong relationships with the youth and equipping them with skills that promote good physical and mental health will be essential.

Qualifications:

We are seeking a youth counselor with a college degree in relevant fields that qualifies you to work with children and youth.

Experience working with children and youth, as well as familiarity with working with students in a school setting, is desirable.

As an employee at Brumunddal Middle School, we expect you to enjoy collaborating with others while also being able to work independently.  When interacting with students, colleagues, and parents, you must be able to take the lead, but also “follow direction.”  You are interested in people and see opportunities.

We offer:

Salary in accordance with the current collective bargaining agreement.

Generous pension plans.

A recent police background check must be submitted before starting the position.

Ringsaker Municipality offers mentoring for newly certified teachers. The mentoring program is organized through a team of mentors consisting of experienced teachers with formal training in mentoring.

Other:

Electronic applications and resumes must be submitted via our website. Copies of certificates and diplomas must be uploaded as attachments to the application.

Pursuant to Section 25 of the Public Administration Act, information about an applicant may be excluded from the public list of applicants if the applicant requests it. Applicants who wish to have their names excluded from the public list of applicants must provide a justification. If the justification for the exemption is insufficient, the applicant will be contacted.