School Counselor Sunita Williams Elementary School (SY26-27)

Needham, MA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive dynamic and multicultural community seeking an energetic skilled andcollaborative Full Time (1.0 FTE) ElementarySchoolCounselorto join our team at Sunita Williams Elementary School. To enhance our goals of supporting every child Needham Public Schools seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

About Needham Public Schools (NPS):NPS has a deep commitment to the success of our diverse students and families and to the professional accomplishments of its educators. Needham devotes itself to cultural proficiency equity and community collaboration to fulfill the vision of thePortrait of a Needham Graduate. This METCO district comprises 5 elementary schools 2 middle schools and 1 nationally-ranked high school serving approximately 5500 students. NPS is committed to addressing equity in the district by focusing on improving academic performance for historically marginalized students and ensuring our schools are safe for every child and free of bias bullying and hurtful acts that demean and diminish. Read more about our equity work here.

Job Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties listed below are representative examples and may not be exhaustive. Other duties may be assigned.

Direct Service

Provides individual and group counseling in school for studentsreceiving both general education and special education
Provide clinical crisis intervention including assessment and facilitation of hospitalizations when necessary

In Direct Service

Assess student needs and monitor progress through observations and information gathering.
Communicate and collaborate proactively with parents administrators teachers support staff and other mental health providers as necessary regarding student social emotional mental health and educational needs.
Consult with staff including coaching and professional development on social/emotional/behavioral needs and interventions with students.
Participate in several teams and programs to identify student needs and develop appropriate intervention plans such as Student Support Teams Section 504 Special Education etc.
Writing goals and monitoring progress for students receiving counseling services thorugh their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)
Develop and implement school-wide counseling initiatives and curriculum to build school culture and support social-emotional well-being and learning.
Adhere to all ethical and professional standards including those of a mandated reporter
Use technology and computer-based student information systems to create and manage student records schedules attendance applications etc...
Manage Section 504 for students on counselor caseload.
Responsible for case management with collateral contacts and partnering with community and state agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the SEL Director School Principal and Special Education Coordinator if applicable.
Maintain professional competence by participating in staff development activities curriculum development meetings and other professional opportunities.

Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Social Work School Psychology School Counseling or a related field
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary license(must either hold or be
engaged in a process to earn)

School Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor/School Counselor DESE license

REPORTS TO: Director of School Counseling and School Principal

Preferred Qualifications:

Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills and organization possess strong communication and writing skills and be able to manage several responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Commit to the creation and sustainability of an inclusive equitable learning environment for all students and faculty regardless of race color religion creed sex age national origin sexual orientation or gender identity and expression.
Strong clinical skills
Experience working in a therapeutic and/or school setting.
Experience working with elementary students
Experience delivering special education services

REPORTS TO: Director of School Counseling PreK-6 and School Principal

Selection Procedure:

All resumes will be screened and selected candidates will participate in a thorough interview will be considered only when a cover letter resume three letters of recommendation license and transcripts have been attached to your online application.

Compensation and Benefits:

Please reviewUnit Contract Aandthis pageto learn more about employee compensation and benefits.

Salary is determined by education and experience ranging from Bachelors (Step 1) $63217 to Doctorate (Step 13) $128771 (This range is based on a 1.0 FTE).

The Needham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race color sex sexual orientation gender identity religion disability age active military/veteran status ancestry genetic information or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies employment policies and other administered programs and addition students who are homeless or of limited English-speaking ability are protected from discrimination in accessing the course of study and other opportunities available through the schools.

Needham Public Schools has a strong commitment to equity. Candidates who also have a strong commitment to this work are encouraged to apply. For more information on our equity work please visit ourequity website.

All positions are subject to the approval of the 2026-2027 Needham Public School budget by the Town of Needham.

Needham Public Schools is an inclusive dynamic and multicultural community seeking an energetic skilled andcollaborative Full Time (1.0 FTE) ElementarySchoolCounselorto join our team at Sunita Williams Elementary School. To enhance our goals of supporting every child Needham Public Schools seeks can...