Interim Guidance Counselor (Anticipated)
Interim Guidance Counselor (Anticipated)
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Job Description
The Amherst Public School District is seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Interim Guidance Counselor at Crocker Farm Elementary School. Crocker Farms current population is 295 students in grades K-6. This full-time school-year position is needed through June 30 2026. Our school has a robust inclusion-based model and co-teaching is strongly supported. A successful candidate will be enthusiastic committed to education and willingly collaborate to meet diverse student needs.
The counselor will have the following roles and responsibilities:
Provide group and individual counseling services
Design and deliver tiered supports and interventions
Meet regularly with grade-level teams
Tier 1 & 2 interventions
Case management services for assigned caseload
Ongoing development and implementation of school-wide bullying prevention and intervention
Primary investigator for bullying incidents
Provide classroom-based support and interventions to students
Deliver classroom-based lessons to promote a positive school and class climate
Collaborate and consult with school personnel on topics related to social/emotional learning and mental health issues
Work with the Principal as part of the school leadership team
Provide crisis intervention when needed
Collect and analyze data from the districts program such as DESSA that is aligned with the CASEL standards.
Other Duties and Responsibilities:
Assume responsibility role for the Behavioral Health Team (BHT)
Participate in the School Climate/PBIS Team
Active engagement in school climate/equity work
Perform other related duties as required
Attend scheduled staff meetings
Assume any additional responsibilities as directed by the Principal
Attend district-wide mental health team meetings and trainings
Self-harm and threat assessment screenings as indicated
Participate in ongoing classroom meetings to address the climate and classroom issues
Qualifications:
Masters Degree or above in Guidance Social Work Psychology or other mental health provider field
Background working with children with special educational needs
MA ESE School Adjustment Counselor Guidance Counselor or School Psychologist certification
Join Our Team at Amherst Regional Public Schools!
AtAmherst Regional Public Schools we are committed to building astrong dynamic and inclusiveteam. As part of this commitment we have partnered withMindWireand adoptedThe Predictive Index (PI) Behavioral & Cognitive Assessmentsto help us understand candidates natural strengths work styles and potential.
Why Work With Us
We usescience-backed insightsto support:
Better hiring decisions
Stronger team collaboration
Enhanced training and professional growth
Improved workplace communication
Leadership development based on employees strengths and motivations
What to Expect in the Hiring Process
As part of our selection process youll be asked to complete:
Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment A short (7-10 minute) survey that reveals your natural strengths and work style.
Predictive Index Cognitive Assessment(if applicable) A 12-minute timed assessment measuring your ability to learn and is not an IQ test and there are no good or bad scores.
Our Commitment to You
These assessments are just one part of our hiring and development processthey are never the sole deciding hired you will have access to your results if requested the opportunity to ask questions and support in understanding how they relate to your career growth. If you are not hired your assessment results remain confidential and are typically not shared beyond the hiring process. Employers use The Predictive Index assessments only to evaluate candidates for a specific role and do not retain or share results for future use without consent.
At Amherst Regional Public Schools we believe inhiring the best people and helping them succeed. Weve found these insights to be remarkably accurate positive and valuable in identifying natural strengths. Were excited to provide you with this unique perspective to support your success and career development. If youre passionate about education and professional growth we encourage you to apply!
Apply today and become part of a team that values you!
Employment Type
Full-Time
