School Guidance Counselor (Long-Term Substitute)

Day Middle School; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Day Middle School in Newton, MA is seeking a School Guidance Counselor for a long-term substitute maternity coverage. The counselor will meet students’ developmental needs, support social/emotional and academic planning, and work with families, teachers, and the counseling team.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in school counseling and a valid DESE license, with strong communication and tech skills. Jan 8, 2027 start through 4/13/27, on-site position.

Qualifications

• This role requires a Master’s Degree in school counseling and an appropriate DESE license.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Ability to use technology effectively to support counseling services.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students.
• Support academic, social/emotional, and post-graduate planning needs.
• Collaborate with counseling colleagues, teachers, deans, and administrators.
• Collect, maintain, and present data when applicable.
• Attend parent nights and engage with families and outside agencies as needed.
• Participate in professional development to stay current in school counseling.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Technology proficiency

Multitasking & issue handling

Education

Master’s Degree in school counseling

DESE license

Job description

Day Middle School in Newton, MA is seeking a School Guidance Counselor for a long-term substitute maternity coverage. The counselor will meet students’ developmental needs, support social/emotional and academic planning, and work with families, teachers, and the counseling team.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in school counseling and a valid DESE license, with strong communication and tech skills. Jan 8, 2027 start through 4/13/27, on-site position.