FTE School Counselor: Cutler Elementary School

1.0 FTE School Counselor:
Cutler Elementary School

Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District, Cutler Elementary School – Hamilton, Massachusetts

Job : 5744460

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

The Cutler Elementary School is searching for a 1.0 FTE School Counselor to provide counseling services and interventions to our K‑Grade 5 school community.

• Plan, organize, and deliver a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with MASCA, ASCA, and CASEL competencies.
• Deliver counseling services through direct classroom instruction, group activities, consultation, individual and small group counseling, crisis counseling/response, and peer facilitation.
• Collaborate with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and other educational specialists to develop academic and personal/social skills for all students.
• Participate as part of the crisis response team and provide crisis support when needed.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Provide support to administration and classroom teachers regarding the behavioral and emotional needs of students and families.
• Offer support groups to students as needs are identified.
• Perform other duties as may be requested by the Principal or their designee.
• Collaborate with school counselors across the district.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to increase awareness of best practices to support all students.
• Contribute to the development of a positive school culture where all students feel a sense of safety and belonging.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Student Services >
School/Guidance Counselor

The Cutler School is one of three elementary schools serving the Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District. We service students from both the towns of Hamilton and Wenham. The Cutler School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students in K‑5. The school contains 17 classrooms, a gymnasium for physical education, an all‑purpose room for lunch & assemblies, music room, art room, technology center, and a library.

There is a minimum of 3 acres which are divided into play areas of Primary and Intermediate level.

Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District does not discriminate in its programs, activities or employment practices based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation or disability.

• MA DESE School Social Worker/School Adjustment/Counselor Certification required.
• Master’s Degree in Social Work or School Counseling; (LICSW) preferred.
• Experience with Responsive Classroom, Zones of Regulation, and Social Thinking curriculum preferred.
• Working knowledge of community‑based supports and the referral process for wrap‑around supports.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Jennifer Hunt, Principal
• 237 Asbury Street
• Hamilton, Massachusetts 01982
• Phone: 978‑468‑5330
• Fax: 978‑468‑5314
• Email: