Extended Day Counselor

Chelmsfordschools; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking an Extended Day Counselor to coordinate Community Education Programs at Chelmsford Elementary and Parker Middle School. This part-time role supports after-school activities, supervises students, and helps implement program plans.

Starting immediately with flexible scheduling before and after school, the position requires working with children, communicating with families, and meeting safety guidelines. CORI checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; two years of college preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications may be acceptable with Director approval.
• CORI and fingerprinting completed and accepted.

Responsibilities

• Attend mandatory training before Extended Day starts.
• Assist with records on students (sign in/sign out) and daily program plan.
• Plan activities to enhance student experience and adapt for small groups.
• Meet individualized needs and support students with behavioral or physical challenges.
• Confer with teachers and supervisors regarding students and supervise/interact with students.
• Communicate with parents about highlights and concerns.
• Work on the floor, lift over 50 lbs as needed and follow guidelines.

Skills

Experience with age-appropriate youth

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Chelmsford Public Schools Chelmsford Community Education Center - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Extended Day Counselor

Job Details

Job ID: 5407191

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 15, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancy for the 2025/ 2026 School Year

Position: Extended Day Counselor (Extended Day - Exempt)

Location: Chelmsford Elementary Schools/Parker Middle School/Chelmsford Community Education

JOB DESCRIPTION: To coordinate the Community Education Programs to ensure proper instruction and activities for students

REPORTS TO: Childcare Supervisor and Director of Community Education

Job Goal

To provide an enriching, exciting, and fun after school experience to the children enrolled in our Chelmsford Community Education Programs, ensuring all participants have a memorable time during any activities provided

Duties / Responsibilities

• Attend Mandatory Training before Extended Day Starts (TBD)
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of records on students, including sign in and sign out.
• Assist the Supervisor in implementing the daily provided program plan.
• Plan activities for students to enhance their experience in the program.
• Ability to implement and create activities for small groups.
• Meet the students' individualized needs by adapting behavior management expectations and plans.
• Under direction of Supervisor, implement plans and activities to help children with behavioral or physical challenges.
• Confer with teachers, team leaders and other appropriate personnel regarding students.
• Supervise and interact with students.
• Communicate with parents, sharing positive highlights as well as any concerns regarding their child.
• Perform other related duties as directed or as responsibilities necessitate.
• Ability to work on the floor, lift over 50lbs and other physical requirements as needed.
• Accept and adhere to all guidelines set forth.

Terms of Employment

Work year: Flexible scheduling, shifts available before school and after. Additional hours may be required on the days when Chelmsford Public School has a 1/2 day.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in writing by the Site Supervisor, and will be discussed with the incumbent. Copy will be filed in the Director of Community Education.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $19.25 to $19.25 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Athletics & Activities > After School Programs

Welcome to Chelmsford Community Education Center

Chelmsford Community Education offers programs for every age level. There is a wide variety of courses and recreational activities to serve educational and enrichment needs, or for just plain fun! Our childcare and preschool services are enjoyed by children as young as 18 months through school age.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. High school diploma; two years of college preferred.
  2. Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
  3. Experience working with age appropriate students in a school setting.
  4. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be found appropriate and acceptable by the Director of Community Education.
  5. CORI and fingerprinting completed and accepted.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Please do NOT contact this employer regarding job postings that have closed.

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