Impactful High School Counselor (Grades 9-12)

WESTFORD PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Westford Public Schools seeks an anticipated School Counselor for Westford Academy, a high school serving grades 9-12 in Westford, MA. The counselor will implement a comprehensive program and collaborate with staff, families and the community to support academic, career and social-emotional development.

The role emphasizes equity, postsecondary planning, individual student support and prevention/intervention for mental health needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling and Massachusetts School Counselor Licensure are required.
• Fulfill continuing education requirements
• Uphold ASCA ethical and professional standards

Responsibilities

• Delivers a school counseling curriculum to students, assessing abilities, interests and achievement.
• Provides brief counseling for social and emotional concerns and refers students to health specialists
• Recognize and respond to student mental health needs and assist families seeking resources
• Share strategies supporting student achievement with parents, teachers and community organizations
• Lead, advocate and collaborate to promote equity and access for all students
• Academic advising and post-secondary planning
• Orientation and academic advising for new students
• Interpreting student records
• Advocate for students at IEP meetings and other student-focused meetings
• Know every student for whom you are responsible
• Provide individual student planning and responsive services for academics
• Offer workshops for parents/caregivers

Skills

Empathy

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Growth mindset

Communication

Creativity

Collaboration

Public speaking

Sensitivity

Education

Master's in School Counseling

Massachusetts Licensure

Job description

Westford Public Schools seeks an anticipated School Counselor for Westford Academy, a high school serving grades 9-12 in Westford, MA. The counselor will implement a comprehensive program and collaborate with staff, families and the community to support academic, career and social-emotional development.

The role emphasizes equity, postsecondary planning, individual student support and prevention/intervention for mental health needs.