High School Guidance Counselor

High School Guidance Counselor )

Westwood Public Schools, Westwood High School – Westwood, Massachusetts

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Job : 5572601

Final date to receive applications: Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Mar 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

The Role: Westwood High School seeks a full-time guidance counselor to join our caring and innovative community for the  school year. Counselors are integral to shaping students’ high school experiences and serve as trusted advocates and advisors to staff, families, and students grades 9 through age 22. This role centers on building meaningful relationships, helping students recognize their strengths, and supporting them in achieving personal growth, academic success, and post‑secondary opportunities that are the “right fit.”

As a counselor, you will collaborate closely with educators, families, and the broader community to ensure every student feels valued, supported, and prepared for the future.

Our District: Westwood is a welcoming suburban community with an exceptional track record of supporting and celebrating its public schools. As a district, we are committed to creating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, and we understand that a diverse team allows us to serve our community better. We welcome and encourage individuals of every race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status to seek opportunities within our school district.

You will join the strong professional learning community of the Westwood Public Schools. In our mission to prepare students for college, career, and civic life, we work collaboratively to provide rich and rigorous curriculum, high‑quality instruction, trusting relationships, and authentic educational experiences. We hold true to our core district values of academic excellence and a commitment to improvement; curiosity and tenacity;

and respectful relationships in a caring, collaborative community.

Our School: Westwood High School is a thriving community of hardworking and thoughtful students, families, and staff. With approximately 900 students in grades 9‑12, the school maintains a small‑school feel while offering a comprehensive array of academic programs, co‑curricular activities, and support services. Our educators model and encourage a deep investment in learning. Coursework focuses on preparing students for college and careers while also providing them with opportunities to try new things and explore their passions in depth.

WHS is a proud METCO school, with strong program leadership and an unwavering commitment to supporting the values of the nation’s oldest and most successful public school racial integration program.

• Current Massachusetts School Counseling License, grades 5‑12
• Master’s Degree Required

• Provide individual and group counseling that supports students’ academic, social‑emotional, and career development
• Establish a culture of care and high expectations, demonstrating respect and concern for all students
• Design and deliver guidance curriculum lessons aligned with MA curriculum frameworks and district expectations, fostering self‑awareness, resilience, and decision‑making skills
• Use a variety of counseling strategies, interventions, and resources to meet the diverse needs of students.
• Support students in goal setting, course planning, and post‑secondary preparation, including college, career, and other pathways
• Assess student growth and needs using self‑reflection tools, surveys, and other appropriate measures; use data to inform counseling services
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and support staff to develop and implement interventions, enrichment opportunities, and student support strategies
• Integrate social‑emotional learning, culturally responsive practices, and equity‑driven approaches into all counseling services
• Partner with families to support students’ academic progress, social‑emotional well‑being, and career…