Middle & High School Counselor - Guidance & Equity Advocate

SPFLD HIGH SCHOOL; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools is seeking a Middle & High School Counselor to provide a comprehensive developmental guidance program for students in grades 6–12. The counselor will deliver guidance lessons, counsel individuals and groups, and collaborate with staff and families to support academic, personal, and career development.

The role requires a Master’s degree and Massachusetts School Counselor certification, with preference for advanced guidance training and prior secondary teaching

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certification as a School Counselor by the Massachusetts Department of Education.
• Preference for advanced degree training in guidance.
• At least ten hours beyond the bachelor’s in counseling or related field.
• Previous secondary school teaching experience is preferred or may be substituted with superintendent approval.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive developmental guidance program for grades 6–12.
• Deliver guidance lessons and integrate guidance into curriculum.
• Conduct counseling sessions for individuals and groups to support achievement and school success.
• Refer students and families to district and community resources as appropriate.
• Maintain records of interactions, interventions, and decisions; participate in program evaluation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Crisis management

Education

Master’s degree

Massachusetts School Counselor certification

Advanced degree in guidance

Additional hours beyond bachelor’s in counseling (10 hrs)

Secondary school teaching experience preferred

Job description

Springfield Public Schools is seeking a Middle & High School Counselor to provide a comprehensive developmental guidance program for students in grades 6–12. The counselor will deliver guidance lessons, counsel individuals and groups, and collaborate with staff and families to support academic, personal, and career development.

The role requires a Master’s degree and Massachusetts School Counselor certification, with preference for advanced guidance training and prior secondary teaching