Long Term Substitute Guidance Counselor (3337)

Natick Public Schools•Natick, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Natick Public Schools seeks a Long Term Substitute (LTS) Guidance Counselor for Natick High School. This position is expected to start as soon as possible and continue through the end of the 26-27 school year. Natick Public Schools serves approximately 5,300 students from Pre-K through age 22 and is described as an innovative, supportive, and high-performing district. The district emphasizes high standards, a safe and respectful learning environment, and aims to foster connectedness and belonging. Natick Public Schools is a diverse community, with families speaking nearly 60 languages, and a student population that is approximately 29% Students of Color and 71% White students. The district boasts a 97% graduation rate, with 90% of students attending post-secondary schools. They are looking for educators who thrive in a diverse environment, focus on the whole child, and utilize a strengths-based approach. The mission includes supporting diversity, promoting equitable practices, and creating meaningful connections for inclusion and thriving.

Requirements

MA DESE Licensure as a School Guidance Counselor
Masters Degree in School Counseling, Education or related Field
Strong communication, organization, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage a full caseload across all four grade levels, including transitions and graduation milestones
Commitment to student advocacy, equity, inclusion, and the success of all students
Strong knowledge of postsecondary planning, career readiness, and college/financial aid processes
Ability to deliver proactive, universal support to a full caseload of students
Sound professional judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality
Collaborative, team-oriented approach to student support
Formal application
Rating of education and experience
Oral interviews
Reference check
Strong record of work performance in current and previous roles required
Successful completion of Criminal Records Check (C.O.R.I.), Sexual Offender Record Check (S.O.R.I.), and fingerprints.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with adolescents in a school setting preferred

Responsibilities

Provide postsecondary and career planning to all students, including college and job application support, career exploration, financial aid guidance, community service, and military pathways.
Deliver guidance seminars and structured programming to all students on academic planning, graduation requirements, and postsecondary readiness.
Support academic planning, course selection, scheduling, and progress toward graduation for a caseload of students across all four grade levels.
Build proactive, ongoing relationships with students and families to support informed decision-making throughout high school.
Coordinate academic 504 plans for caseload students.
Serve as a responsive resource for students navigating academic, social, or emotional challenges, connecting them with appropriate support as needed.
Collaborate with administrators, teachers, nurses, special educators, school social workers, psychologists, and building-based support programs.