Extended Day Counselor

Extended Day Counselor

Chelmsford Public Schools – Chelmsford Community Education Center – Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Immediately

The Chelmsford Public Schools is inviting applications for an Extended Day Counselor (Extended Day – Exempt) position. The role coordinates Community Education Programs to provide an enriching, exciting, and fun after‑school experience for children, ensuring all participants have a memorable time during all activities.

• Attend mandatory training before the extended day starts.
• Assist with student record preparation and maintenance, including sign‑in and sign‑out.
• Support the supervisor in implementing the daily program plan.
• Plan and facilitate activities to enhance student experience.
• Develop and execute activities for small groups.
• Adapt behavior management expectations to meet students’ individualized needs.
• Assist with plans for children with behavioral or physical challenges.
• Collaborate with teachers, team leaders, and other personnel regarding students.
• Supervise and interact with students.
• Communicate with parents about positive highlights and concerns.
• Perform related duties as directed or necessary.
• Work on the floor, lift over 50 lb, and meet other physical requirements as needed.
• Adhere to all guidelines set forth by the school.

• High school diploma; two years of college preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude for assigned responsibilities.
• Experience with age‑appropriate students in a school setting.
• Completed CORI and fingerprinting, accepted by the district.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.