School Adjustment Counselor – High School & Tech Academy

Young World Physical Education; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield High School and Westfield Technical Academy seek a School Adjustment Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves counseling students, testing, and developing alternatives for those with serious adjustment problems.

Responsibilities include collaborating with staff, establishing relationships with families, serving as a referral agent for outside resources, and contributing to IEP behavioral objectives.

Qualifications

• Certification as School Adjustment Counselor by MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
• Minimum of three years teaching experience desired.
• Experience in elementary school or early childhood setting desired.

Responsibilities

• Counsel, test and assist in developing programmatic alternatives for students with serious adjustment problems.
• Work cooperatively with staff related to programs for identified students.
• Establish positive relationships with the home.
• Serve as a referral agent to obtain outside assistance when needed.
• Develop behavioral objectives for IEPs and attend case conferences.
• Maintain pertinent records on referred students and follow up with teachers.

Skills

Counseling

Record keeping

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Massachusetts DESE School Adjustment Counselor certification

Job description

Westfield High School and Westfield Technical Academy seek a School Adjustment Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves counseling students, testing, and developing alternatives for those with serious adjustment problems.

Responsibilities include collaborating with staff, establishing relationships with families, serving as a referral agent for outside resources, and contributing to IEP behavioral objectives.