Shrewsbury Public Schools Posted: June 15, 2026 Closed: June 24, 2026 Employment Opportunity: Oak Middle School POSITION: School Counselor 2026-2027 School Year Shrewsbury Public Schools is seeking candidates for a School Counselor (aka Guidance Counselor) for Oak Middle School, our 7th and 8th grade middle school. We are interested in candidates who are invested in the achievement, equity, and access of all learners in and beyond the classroom. Candidates with diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, religious, class, and/or gender background and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply. Find more information about Shrewsbury Public Schools at https://schools.shrewsburyma.gov Essential Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide individual and group counseling support to students regarding social, emotional, academic issues Lead the implementation of the My Career and Academic Plan (MyCAP) framework for 7th and 8th grade students and support academic planning and career awareness for students Coordinate 8th grade student activities related to moving up to high school, including informational sessions, the course selection process for Shrewsbury High School, and managing the student application process for those applying to vocational technical high schools and private high schools Serve as the liaison to the SHS School Counseling Department Organize transition activities and school orientation for incoming 7th grade students Deliver school counseling curriculum in a classroom setting Participate as necessary in the team evaluation process for students receiving special education services and 504 accommodations Consult and collaborate with the school administration, school adjustment counselors, the district social worker, parents/guardians, and relevant community agencies, to support students facing challenges that impact their academic, social, emotional, and behavioral progress. Other tasks as assigned by the Principal, Director of Career Technical Education, or Director of Counseling and Mental Health Services Preferred: Licensure as a School Counselor or School Guidance Counselor, Grades 5-12, from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Experience or familiarity with the My Career and Academic Plan (MyCAP) framework or similar academic and career planning approaches Experience and/or training in meeting the counseling needs of a diverse population of students Strong collaboration and communication skills Works flexibly in a changing environment Understands the needs and behaviors of high school students Demonstrates the values of Shrewsbury Public Schools Salary for this position will be based on the SEA contract. Steps and lanes for 2026-2027 can be found here. Individual placement is contingent upon review and approval of education and experience. Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, official or unofficial copies of undergraduate/graduate transcripts, license # or unofficial copy of license if applicable, and three current professional letters of reference, including one from a direct supervisor, professor, or evaluator. Please apply with your full application packet at www.schoolspring.com The Shrewsbury Public Schools is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.