School Counselor - Lowell, MA

A unique opportunity is available for a Licensed School Counselor to support students and staff as a 6-week leave replacement in a dynamic educational setting near Lowell, MA. In this contract position, you'll work directly with a small caseload of approximately 14 students, playing a vital role in their academic, social, and emotional success.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid license as a School Counselor required
• Previous counseling experience in a school setting strongly preferred
• Skilled in providing both group and individual counseling services
• Confident facilitating classroom social-emotional lessons on topics such as inclusiveness, anti-bullying, and emotional regulation
• Capacity for crisis response and intervention
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for working with families, school staff, and external providers
• Experience with case management and progress monitoring, including IEPs and 504 processes
• Familiarity with Restorative Practices and PBIS is a plus
• Must be comfortable leading team processes and meetings

Core Responsibilities:

• Deliver ongoing consultation, triage, and mediation across the school community
• Develop and implement tiered interventions for students’ diverse needs
• Design and teach classroom lessons that foster a positive, inclusive environment
• Monitor and report on student progress, collaborate on transition planning, and coordinate with external agencies
• Take a leadership role in the school’s social/emotional curriculum and PBIS initiatives
• Participate in crisis team activities and safety care certification, ensuring a safe environment for all
• Attend required staff meetings and contribute to district clinical discussions

This is your chance to make a meaningful impact during a critical time for students and staff. If you bring compassion, clinical expertise, and creative energy to your work, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your counseling career—apply now!

Compensation for this position ranges from $31.00 to $51.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.