Middle School School Counselor LOA 1532

Young World Physical Education; Winchester (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

McCall Middle School is seeking a licensed Guidance Counselor to cover a temporary LOA in Winchester, MA. The counselor will support students in grades 6–8 with academic, social, and emotional growth, providing individual and group counseling and collaborating with families and teachers to promote a safe and inclusive climate.

The role requires DESE licensure and citizenship/residency/work visa status, with 3+ years of experience and a Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• DESE licensure required.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group counseling to students in grades 6–8.
• Collaborate with teachers and families to address student needs and promote a safe, inclusive school climate.
• Deliver interventions to support academics and social-emotional development.
• Facilitate crisis intervention when needed and connect families with community resources.
• Contribute to school-wide equity, belonging, and healthy adolescent development initiatives.

Education

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Middle School School Counselor LOA 1532

McCall Middle School is seeking a DESE licensed Guidance Counselor to cover a LOA from August 31, 2026 through November 23, 2026 or thereabouts.

Job Description

The Middle School Counselor supports students in grades 6–8 by fostering their academic, social and emotional growth and overall well‑being. The counselor provides individual and small‑group counseling, collaborates with teachers and families to address student needs, and helps create a safe, inclusive school climate. Key responsibilities include providing intervention to support students' academic success, social and emotional skill development, and behavioral and emotional challenges. The school counselor facilitates crisis intervention when needed, and connects families with appropriate school and community resources. Counselors also contribute to school‑wide initiatives that promote equity, belonging, and healthy adolescent development.

Requirements

• Appropriate DESE licensure is required.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Position Type

Full‑time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), may contact the Assistant Superintendent or Human Resources.

Contact Information

• James Lin , Principal
• McCall Middle School
• Email: [e-mail]