School Counselor (Grades 9-12) - LONG TERM SUB Job Westford area,Massachusetts USA,Education / Teaching

School Counselor (Grades 9-12) - LONG TERM SUBWestford Public Schools Westford Academy - Westford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps Job Details
Job : 5888158
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 17, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 25, 2026

Job Description
School Counselor - LONG TERM SUB
Westford Academy

Long term sub needed from 08/25/2026 - 10/29/2026

Long term sub assignments are paid in accordance with our Substitute Handbook .

Overview:
School counselors have an impact on the lives of high school students by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program and collaborating with school staff, families and the community to create a safe and respectful environment where students can learn and succeed in all aspects of their life. Counselors promote academic, career and social/emotional development so students can realize their full potential and become productive and contributing members of society.
Westford Academy’s counseling department includes 7 school counselors and 2 school adjustment counselors. The counselors are compassionate and care about the overall well-being of their students. The counseling department provides a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate counseling curriculum. Counselors help students apply academic achievement strategies, manage emotions and apply interpersonal skills and plan for postsecondary options.

Strong candidates will demonstrate:

Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals
Empathy and sensitivity to others' needs
The ability to be highly organized yet also flexible and adaptable
Strong interpersonal skills
Be able to recognize when and what type of intervention is needed
A growth mindset
Strong written, verbal and presentation skills
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with students, parents, school administrators and other staff, including the ability to discuss topics which may be sensitive
Creativity, enthusiasm and dedication

School Counselor

Job Responsibilities:

Delivers a school counseling curriculum to students, assessing student abilities, interests and achievement to help them make decisions about their future
Provides brief counseling to address social and emotional concerns and appropriately refers students to health specialists
Recognize and respond to student mental health needs and to assist students and families seeking resources
Share strategies supporting student achievement and success with parents/caregivers, teachers, other educators and community organizations
Lead, advocate and collaborate to promote equity and access for all students
Academic advising and post-secondary planning
Orientation, coordination and academic advising for new students
Interpreting student records
Advocating for students at individual education plan meetings and other student-focused meetings
Makes an effort to know every student for whom they are responsible
Provides individual student planning and responsive services to support students and their families regarding academic matters.
Offers workshops/seminars for parents/caregivers
If hired, this counselor may also be responsible for the co-planning and implementation of the advisory program, curriculum development, scholarship coordinator, etc.
High school experience preferred

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

Master’s degree in School Counseling and Massachusetts School Counselor Licensure are required.
Fulfill continuing education requirements
Uphold ASCA ethical and professional standards

Contact Information:

Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $100 to $343 Per Day
Job Categories:

Student Services >
School/Guidance Counselor

Welcome to Westford Academy

Westford Academy offers a comprehensive, challenging and diverse curriculum, catering to a wide range of student needs and interests. This includes a multitude and variety of course offerings, 20 AP classes, Dual and Concurrent Enrollment Programs, Capstone Experience, specialized programs for special education…