Guidance Counselor

Guidance Counselor

DEFINITION

The School Guidance Counselor shall be that employee member of the school staff designated by

the Superintendent of Schools to have the general responsibility for counseling grade 9-12. The

District is currently accepting applications for someone to cover a maternity leave.

PREREQUISITE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE :

A. Minimum : Master's degree in Guidance from an accredited institution

B. Minimum : Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education certification

for the position of Guidance Counselor 5-12.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

Provide direct academic, social, and personal supportive services to students individually,

in classrooms, and in large groups.

• Assist students set academic and personal goals.
• Provide responsive services as needed to address academic, social and emotional

concerns.

• Act as 504 Team Leader for eligible students on caseload.
• Monitor students who are academically at risk.
• Work collaboratively with staff members to implement curriculum and help build school

culture across the school.

• Work with administration to uphold and support all school policies and procedures.
• Assist in special projects as assigned by the Principal and Guidance Department Chair.
• Attend team based meetings to collaborate with teachers to support students academically

and socially.

• Collaborate with outside and partnering agencies.
• Complete classroom observations and attend IEP meetings as necessary.
• Monitor attendance for all students on assigned caseload.
• Communicate with parents regarding academic progress and attendance monitoring.
• Complete referrals for student services.
• Complete 51(a) reports when appropriate
• Attend teacher conferences and other night events as assigned by the department

chair / principal.

Other responsibilities as assigned in helping to maintain a safe and orderly school

environment.

Serve as an advocate for students by utilizing skills that respect issues of cultural and

ethnic diversity and equity for every student and family.

• Attend district professional development and meetings.
• Complete other duties as assigned by the Principal andGuidance Department Chair.

The Everett Public Schools, in accordance with its nondiscrimination policies, does not discriminate in

its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age,

criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex / gender, gender identity, religion, national

origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of

retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' dignity or

interferes with their ability to learn or work.