Full Time College Counselor

The College and Career Counselor is responsible for implementing and coordinating a comprehensive college, career, and postsecondary planning program that supports all students in preparing for successful transitions after high school. The counselor provides individualized guidance related to college admissions, career exploration, workforce readiness, financial aid, military options, and postsecondary planning. The position also coordinates career development opportunities for CTE students, including co‑op placements, employer partnerships, workplace readiness preparation, and ongoing monitoring of student work‑based learning experiences. Additionally, the counselor oversees the administration of college readiness assessments, including the PSAT and AP testing programs.

The College and Career Counselor works collaboratively with the Director of School Counseling, Principal, school counselors, CTE staff, families, community partners, colleges, and employers to ensure equitable access to postsecondary opportunities, career pathways, and work‑based learning experiences for all students.

College & Career Planning and Counseling

Provide individual and group counseling to students regarding postsecondary planning, including college admissions, career pathways, military service, apprenticeships, and workforce opportunities.

Assist students with college searches, applications, essays, interviews, and admissions processes.

Support students and families with financial aid planning, including FAFSA completion, scholarship searches, and understanding financial aid awards.

Develop and maintain resources related to college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and career exploration.

Monitor college application and acceptance trends to inform program development and student support.

Develop partnerships with local businesses, higher education institutions, workforce development organizations, and community agencies.

In partnership with the Co‑op Coordinator, organize and promote co‑ops, internships, job shadowing opportunities, and career‑focused programming.

Serve as the school‑based coordinator for the PSAT/NMSQT program, including registration, ordering, administration, accommodations, communications, and score reporting.

Coordinate Advanced Placement (AP) testing, including exam ordering, student registration, accommodations, testing logistics, proctor coordination, security procedures, and materials return.

Maintain compliance with all College Board testing requirements and security protocols.

Collaborate with school counselors, special education staff, and administrators to ensure appropriate testing accommodations are implemented.

Analyze assessment participation and performance data to support college readiness initiatives.

Family and Community Engagement

Communicate regularly with students and families regarding college and career planning opportunities.

Maintain partnerships with colleges, universities, workforce organizations, military recruiters, and community agencies.

Program Development and Data Analysis

Collect and analyze data related to college enrollment, career readiness, scholarship attainment, assessment participation, and postsecondary outcomes.

Participate in school improvement initiatives and student support teams.

Remain current on trends in college admissions, financial aid, workforce development, and postsecondary planning.

Massachusetts School Counselor licensure

Knowledge of college admissions processes, financial aid systems, and career development practices

Experience with Naviance, Scoir, SchoolBrains, or similar college and career planning platforms

Experience planning college and career events and developing community partnerships

Knowledge of FAFSA, scholarship programs, and workforce development resources

This position is grant funded.

Position: Full‑time, non‑unit, benefit‑eligible