School Counselor

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

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

Job : 5959453

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: Jan 4, 2027

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.

• 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.

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…