Career Pathways Counselor

Young World Physical Education

Franklin (MA)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Town benefits

Job summary

Franklin Public Schools is seeking a Career Pathways Counselor at Franklin High School to lead career exploration and planning initiatives for students. The role involves coordinating ICP and Senior Project activities, delivering workshops, and collaborating with counselors, teachers, and local employers to provide real-world opportunities.

The ideal candidate will guide students through pathway options, support post-secondary plans, and organize events with professionals from diverse

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
Massachusetts DESE licensure required.
Experience in a secondary school setting preferred.
Experience collaborating with post-secondary institutions, training programs, and local businesses.
Familiarity with Naviance and MyCAP is helpful.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential.
Ability to work with students, families, educators, and external partners.
Must pass CORI and CHRI background checks.

Responsibilities

Guide students in exploring career interests and options aligned with strengths and goals.
Lead workshops on job search strategies, resumes, interviews, and professional communication.
Maintain information on career exploration and local job/internship postings.
Develop career planning activities and support post-secondary planning, including college/workforce pathways.
Organize guest speakers, panels, and career talks with diverse professionals.
Collaborate with counselors, teachers, and local employers for hands-on learning.
Assist students in finding part-time jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities.
Use Naviance/MyCAP to plan and track career options and plans.
Support MA MyCAP initiatives and Early Enrollment/Dual Enrollment programs.
Assist with assessments and data collection as needed.
Develop and teach career exploration/prep courses as needed.
Other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Bachelor’s Degree

DESE Licensure

Secondary school experience

Collaboration with post-secondary & **

Naviance/MyCAP proficiency

Organizational/communication skills

Team collaboration with families &外部伙伴

CORI/CHRI background check clearance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

DESE Licensure

Job description

Career Pathways Counselor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5875983

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 07, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Position: Career Pathways Counselor

Position Type: Full Time

Location: Franklin High School

Reports to: Building Principal

Salary: As per FEA Teacher Contract

This position qualifies for town benefits, including Health Insurance

General Description: The ideal candidate for the Career Pathways Program Coordinator position will lead Franklin High School’s career exploration and preparation programming, and support students in making educational, occupational, and future plans by helping them explore career pathways, build job readiness skills, and connect with real-world opportunities in the local community

General Responsibilities

Guide students through the process of exploring career interests and options that align with their strengths, values, and future goals.
Lead workshops and small group sessions on job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation, and professional communication.
Maintain a Google Classroom page with information on topics such as career exploration, skill-building, and local job and internship postings.
Develop and implement career planning activities and support post-secondary planning efforts, including both college and workforce pathways.
Organize guest speaker events, panels, and career talks featuring professionals from diverse industries to expose students to real-world career paths.
Collaborate with school counselors, teachers, and local employers to create hands-on learning and work-based learning opportunities.
Assist students in finding part-time jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities in the local community.
Help students utilize digital tools such as Naviance to explore career options and plan accordingly.
Support the implementation of Massachusetts MyCAP (My Career and Academic Plan) initiatives as part of the school’s college and career readiness efforts.
Oversee the Early Enrollment/Dual Enrollment Program.
Assist the Guidance Director with school-wide assessments as needed.
Examine school-wide assessment and performance data.
Maintain a reduced student caseload.
Develop and instruct a course related to career exploration and preparation programming, as needed.
Other related duties as assigned by the principal.

Specific Duties

Coordinate the DESE-designated Innovative Career Pathways (ICP) by:

Identifying and recruiting eligible students, with a focus on equitable access.
Providing individualized academic and career advising throughout students' progression in the pathway.
Ensuring students are enrolled in appropriate pathway courses.
Coordinating with staff and administrators to align course sequences.
Developing and maintaining job shadowing, internship, volunteer, and other WBL opportunities.
Maintaining a student job board and cultivating relationships with local businesses and organizations.
Conducting student interviews and assisting in placement matching.
Tracking Pathway students’ progress in Aspen and Naviance.
Assisting with documentation and reporting for DESE designation and annual review.
Leading family and student information sessions.
Serving as liaison to colleges, workforce partners, and local employers.
Gathering and incorporating feedback from students and stakeholders.
Supporting the High School Leadership Team’s goals for innovation, equity, and continuous improvement.
Coordinating early/dual enrollment, capstone, and internship schedules with external partners.
Aligning experiences to pathway student learning outcomes and integrating them into MyCAP and Naviance.
Developing and managing a tracking system to monitor program effectiveness and student outcomes.
Analyzing student academic and employment data and making recommendations to improve performance.
Participating in statewide ICP events and learning opportunities.

Coordinate the Senior Project Program by

Qualifications Required

Hosting informational meetings to review requirements and expectations for the senior class participants throughout the school year. Managing the application and acceptance process to determine students’ eligibility.
Monitoring students’ progress in goal setting and completion of program expectations.
Facilitating the internship placement process for all students.
Communicating regularly with students, families, and staff regarding program requirements, student progress, and expectations for the working phase and final presentations.
Planning the final culminating senior project presentation.
Connecting with community members who host Senior Project interns.
Performing other duties as necessary to support the successful completion of the Senior Project program each year.

Qualifications

Minimal Bachelor’s Degree
Appropriate DESE Licensure is required
Previous work related to a secondary school setting
Experience collaborating with post-secondary institutions, training programs, and local businesses.
Proficiency in Naviance, MyCAP, and/or related student platforms
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, educators, and external partners
Must successfully pass Criminal Offender (CORI) background check and national fingerprinting screening (CHRI)

We understand that our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the FPS community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. We are committed to reflecting that diversity in our staff. We strive to have the most diverse applicant pool possible; to that end, we encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply for any position at Franklin Public Schools.

Franklin Public Schools is committed to maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment in accordance with state and federal law, including based on age, race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, pregnancy-related status, gender identity, sexual orientation, sexual harassment, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information and/or disability.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Career and Technical Education

Welcome to Franklin High School

COMMUNITY Franklin is a growing middle-class suburban community located on Interstate 495, 25 miles southwest of Boston. It is a town of approximately 26,000 people. Dean College is located in Franklin. SCHOOL (School Code #220860) Franklin High School is a comprehensive high school accredited by the Massachusetts Department of Education and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

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