Elementary Adjustment Counselor Long-Term Substitute

Westfield Public Schools; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a School Adjustment Counselor Long Term Substitute for the Oct-Feb period at Southampton Road School in Westfield, MA. Starting date is immediate.

The role focuses on counseling, developing programmatic alternatives for students with adjustment issues, and collaborating with staff and families to support student success. The candidate should hold valid MA DESE certification as a School Adjustment Counselor, with a preference for at least three years of

Qualifications

• Current and valid certification as a School Adjustment Counselor issued by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• A minimum of three years teaching experience is desired.
• Experience in elementary school setting or early childhood setting is desired.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Counsel, test and assist in developing programmatic alternatives for students with serious adjustment problems.
• Work cooperatively with staff related to the programs for these identified students.
• Establish positive relationships with the home.
• Serve as a referral agent to obtain outside assistance when needed.
• Be involved in developing behavioral objectives for IEPs.
• Attend case conferences on students if required.
• Maintain pertinent records on all referred students.
• Have periodic meetings with teachers to follow up on program recommendations.
• Work on potential referrals for student assistance program when needed.
• Participate in 504 team meetings.
• Development of behavioral plans.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the building principal or Superintendent.

Education

Certification as a School Adjustment Counselor issued by the MA DESE

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Westfield Public Schools is seeking a School Adjustment Counselor Long Term Substitute for the Oct-Feb period at Southampton Road School in Westfield, MA. Starting date is immediate.

The role focuses on counseling, developing programmatic alternatives for students with adjustment issues, and collaborating with staff and families to support student success. The candidate should hold valid MA DESE certification as a School Adjustment Counselor, with a preference for at least three years of