Extended Day Counselor

Chelmsfordschools; Chelmsford (MA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Chelmsford Public Schools is seeking an Extended Day Counselor to coordinate after-school programs at the Chelmsford Community Education Center and local elementary/middle schools. This part-time role involves implementing daily activity plans, supervising students, and mentoring junior staff to create a safe and engaging after-school experience.

The position requires a high school diploma (associate degree preferred) with experience in school settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; two years of college preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Attend mandatory training and CPS training.
• Assist with sign-in/sign-out and maintain student records.
• Assist Supervisor in implementing daily program plan and activities.
• Plan activities to enrich the student experience and adapt for small groups.
• Meet students' needs by adjusting behavior management plans.
• Under supervision, implement plans to help children with challenges.
• Communicate with teachers and parents about student progress and concerns.

Skills

Student interaction

Ability to work with children

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Job description

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

Extended Day Counselor

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5763861

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancy for the 2026/ 2027 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following anticipated vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget.

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

1. Attend Mandatory Training Meeting before Extended Day Starts (TBD) and complete all CPS Mandatory Training.
2. Assist with the preparation and maintenance of records on students, including sign in and sign out.
3. Assist the Supervisor in implementing the daily provided program plan.
4. Plan activities for students to enhance their experience in the program.
5. Ability to implement and create activities for small groups.
6. Meet the students' individualized needs by adapting behavior management expectations and plans.
7. Under direction of Supervisor, implement plans and activities to help children with behavioral or physical challenges.
8. Confer with teachers, team leaders and other appropriate personnel regarding students.
9. Supervise and interact with students.
10. Communicate with parents, sharing positive highlights as well as any concerns regarding their child.
11. Perform other related duties as directed or as responsibilities necessitate.
12. Ability to work on the floor, lift over 50lbs and other physical requirements as needed.
13. Oversee and Mentor all Jr. Counselor Staff.
14. 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. Required to work 1 shift of February or April Vacation weeks.

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: $20 to $20 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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