Long Term Substitute School Counselor, High School (8/28-11/19/2026)

Long Term Substitute School Counselor - August - November 2026

ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ARLINGTON, MA 02476

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives, values, and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society, are creative and willing to try new approaches, and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge, are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students, are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families, and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

POSITION: Long Term Substitute HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree and DESE certification as a High School (Guidance) Counselor
• Experience counseling students at the high school level
• Experience in and knowledge of social/emotional counseling and post-secondary planning
• Knowledge of Naviance/PowerSchool is helpful

Responsibilities:

• Provides Guidance Services for assigned students in grades 9-12
• Implement developmental guidance curriculum via group and individual meetings with students
• Assist students in navigating the Naviance program
• Assist students with academic planning
• Oversee course selection/change process
• Provide academic planning, social/emotional support, and transition planning
• Advise and instruct students regarding all aspects of the college search/admissions process, and post-graduate planning
• Register new students, evaluate transcripts, schedule courses and orient students to Arlington High School
• Make referrals for additional social work/academic support within the school and community
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators, social workers, nurses, and other school personnel regarding how to support students and maximize potential
• Attend school meetings to support student progress including SST, IEP meetings, planning/progress meetings with teachers and families
• May need to write college letters of recommendation
• Write 504 plans
• Assist teachers in the implementation of DCAP accommodations
• Meet with college representatives at AHS
• Update and maintain EPP’s
• Assist students with the scholarship and financial aid process
• Perform other duties as may be required by the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designees, and policies of the Arlington School Committee