Deaf & Hard of Hearing School Counselor (Substitute)

CAPS Collaborative; Ayer (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

CAPS Collaborative's Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program Elementary in Ayer, MA seeks a School Counselor (Long Term Substitute) to support Deaf and hard of hearing students at Page Hilltop Elementary. The role emphasizes ASL and English communication, collaboration with staff, and EIP/IEP-driven services.

The position is 10 months with potential for additional summer hours; MA licensure is required with a Master's in Counseling or related field, and experience with DHH students is preferred.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Educator License in Special Education, Guidance, Social Work, School Adjustment Counselor, or MA licensure eligibility.
• Master's Degree in Counseling or related field.
• Three years of experience supporting deaf and hard of hearing students preferred.
• Fluency in ASL and English.
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide services supporting access to the academic curriculum and social-emotional learning.
• Develop positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Individualize services per students' IEPs and collaborate with outside agencies.

Skills

ASL fluency

Bilingual English

Writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

MA in Counseling or related field

Massachusetts Educator License (Special Education / Guidance / Social Work / School Adjustment Counselor)

Job description

CAPS Collaborative's Deaf & Hard of Hearing Program Elementary in Ayer, MA seeks a School Counselor (Long Term Substitute) to support Deaf and hard of hearing students at Page Hilltop Elementary. The role emphasizes ASL and English communication, collaboration with staff, and EIP/IEP-driven services.

The position is 10 months with potential for additional summer hours; MA licensure is required with a Master's in Counseling or related field, and experience with DHH students is preferred.