School Counselor

West Springfield Public Schools; West Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

West Springfield Public Schools' West Springfield High School in Massachusetts is seeking a School Counselor to provide a comprehensive counseling program that supports academic achievement, college and career readiness, and social-emotional development.

The counselor will collaborate with students, families, staff and community agencies to ensure equitable access to educational opportunities, while aligning with district goals and Massachusetts standards.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts DESE licensure as a School Counselor (Grades 5-12).
• Master's degree in School Counseling or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of the Massachusetts Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs and ASCA best practices.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with MA Model and ASCA National Model.
• Utilize data to develop, monitor, and adjust counseling interventions and programming.
• Support four-year academic and postsecondary plans through MyCAP and individual planning.
• Provide individual planning and responsive services for academic, college, career, and social-emotional needs.
• Deliver classroom guidance lessons, small group counseling, and school-wide programming.

Skills

Licensure as a School Counselor

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in School Counseling or related field

Job description

West Springfield Public Schools West Springfield High School - West Springfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

School Counselor

West Springfield Public Schools West Springfield High School - West Springfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5959453

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

Job Description

SCHOOL COUNSELOR

WEST SPRINGFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

The School Counselor provides a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes students' academic achievement, college and career readiness, and social-emotional development. The counselor collaborates with students, families, staff, and community agencies to ensure equitable access to educational opportunities while supporting the mission and goals of West Springfield High School.

Essential Responsibilities

• Implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with the Massachusetts Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs (Mass Model) and ASCA National Model.
• Utilize attendance, academic, behavioral, and other student data to develop, monitor, and adjust counseling interventions and programming to meet student needs.
• Support students in the development and implementation of four-year academic and postsecondary plans through MyCAP and individual student planning.
• Provide individual student planning and responsive services to assist students and families with academic, college, career, and social-emotional needs.
• Deliver classroom guidance lessons, small group counseling, and school-wide programming focused on academic success, college and career readiness, and social-emotional development.
• Maintain a visible and accessible presence within the school community while developing meaningful relationships with assigned students.
• Consult and collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and outside agencies to support student success and remove barriers to learning.
• Coordinate transition planning and activities for students entering and exiting West Springfield High School, including collaboration with middle schools, postsecondary institutions, and community agencies.
• Facilitate and actively participate in Student Success Team (SST), MTSS, Section 504, Individualized Education Program (IEP), and other student support meetings as appropriate.
• Identify students requiring targeted or intensive interventions and coordinate services with School Adjustment Counselors, behavioral health providers, special education staff, homeless liaison, and community-based agencies.
• Provide short-term, solution-focused counseling and crisis response, while making appropriate referrals for ongoing mental health or community-based services.
• Assist students and families with college admissions, career exploration, financial aid, scholarship opportunities, and postsecondary planning.
• Monitor student progress toward graduation requirements and support students in meeting academic expectations.
• Maintain accurate student records and counseling documentation in accordance with FERPA, DESE regulations, and district policies.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, faculty, and community partners to support student achievement and well-being.
• Participate in professional learning, department meetings, and district initiatives to continuously improve counseling services.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Qualifications

Required:

• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) licensure as a School Counselor (Grades 5-12).
• Master's degree in School Counseling or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge of the Massachusetts Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs and best practices in school counseling.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred:

• Experience at the high school level.
• Experience with MyCAP, Xello/college planning platforms, PowerSchool or similar student information systems, and data-informed decision making.
• Knowledge of MTSS, Section 504, IEP processes, and college and career readiness programming.
• Experience collaborating with community agencies and supporting diverse student populations.

Salary: Per Unit A Contract ($53,939.00 - $102,056.00)

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor

Welcome to West Springfield High School

West Springfield High School is a dynamic learning organization committed to student achievement and continuous improvement. We strive to create a personalized learning community that emphasizes equity and access so that students demonstrate high levels of academic mastery. Our faculty believes in the importance of rigor, relevance,reflection and relationships in teaching and learning.

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Springfield Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis.of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran’sstatus, sexual orientation, genetic information, neurodiversity, gender identity or expression,marital status, or any other class protected by state, federal, or local laws. Equal Opportunityapplies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer,termination, layoff, compensation, benefits and all other conditions and privileges ofemployment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Patrick Danby , Principal
• 425 Piper Road
• West Springfield, Massachusetts 01089
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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