Director of Counseling

Director of Counseling Grafton Public Schools Grafton High School - Grafton, Massachusetts Job Details

Job ID:

5753195

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jun 02, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Director of Counseling

Position:

Full-Time (School Year Plus 20 Days) The Director of Counseling provides leadership and direct counseling services to support the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students. The Director oversees a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with the Massachusetts Model, supervises counseling staff, collaborates across grades K-12, and manages key student support systems. Responsibilities Leadership Coordinate implementation of a comprehensive counseling program aligned with the Massachusetts Model. Develop short- and long-term program objectives to ensure continued and equitable services. Review school, student, and program data to ensure counseling programs and department services support the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students. Promote innovative counseling practices by encouraging new procedures and modeling effective practices. Coordinate the district-wide Wellness Committee. Educate staff, students, parents, and the community about counseling programs and services. Maintain and update the counseling webpage and coordinate parent information events. Perform other duties as assigned by the Principals. Supervision Supervise and evaluate counselors, guidance office support staff, and programming at the 7-12 level. Establish and maintain a collaborative and effective departmental climate. Facilitate regular department meetings focused on school and department goals. Collaborate with the Special Education Department to ensure counseling services and programs provide students with disabilities equal opportunities. Meet regularly with school counselors to ensure vertical alignment of curriculum and services and continuous improvement of district counseling services. Oversee coordination of job shadowing, volunteer opportunities, and related field experiences in collaboration with the College and Career Coordinator. Oversee coordination and delivery of national, state, and local scholarships. Make recommendations for scholarships and admissions to colleges and community organizations. Assist in the coordination of social-emotional learning supports. Work with outside agencies to support students impacted by trauma and mental health needs. Scheduling & Records Maintain ongoing records of student progress. Ensure compliance with student records laws and regulations. Provide applicable student information to schools, colleges, employers, and agencies. Collaborate with administrators to create the master schedule. Assist in the facilitation of all scheduling changes. Manage PowerSchool grade storing, student records, and data accuracy. Maintain a strong working knowledge of PowerSchool and Naviance platforms.

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$110,000 to $120,000 Per Year