Bedford Public Schools
Invites applications for the position of:
Extend School Year Summer Program
Special Education School Adjustment Counselor
7/7/25 -7/31/25
Description:
School adjustment counseling/school social work is a specialized area of practice. School Adjustment Counselors/School Social Workers assist students with mental health issues, behavioral issues, positive behavioral supports, academic and classroom support.
Responsibilities:
Promote student motivation and engagement:
Individualize interventions-Plan appropriate Individualized Education Programs for student with disabilities-write social-emotional goals and accommodations.
Coordinate with lead teachers on management of student and classroom behavior-conduct observations and formulate behavior plans as needed.
Monitor student progress-complete progress reports for each trimester/quarter according to student’s social emotional goal.
Promote Positive Behavior and Mental Health:
Improve students’ communication and social skills-Teach and support social-emotional learning
Assess student emotional and behavioral needs.
Provide individual and group counseling
Promote problem solving, anger management and conflict resolution.
Reinforce positive coping skills and resilience
Promote positive peer relationships and social problem solving
Conduct risk assessments as needed to assist family with necessary interventions
Promote Parent Involvement and Community Collaboration:
Make referrals to and help coordinate community services provided in school
Monitor and effectively communicate with parents about student social emotional progress
Help families understand their child’s learning and mental health needs
Connect families with community services providers when necessary
Maintain regular communication with student’s community resources in order to better provide wraparound services
Attend evaluation team meetings, annuals, reconvene, manifestations, and other student-centered meetings as needed
Promote Positive School Climate, Provide Consultation and Analyze Data:
Enhance staff understanding and responsiveness to diverse cultures and backgrounds
Consult with staff regularly in order to help enhance understanding of student needs
Generate and interpret useful student and school outcome data
Collect and analyze data on risk and protective factors related to student outcomes
Provide crisis prevention and intervention services
Miscellaneous:
Participate in professional development opportunities to increase knowledge base and skills, as well as maintain licensure.
Attend and participate in department meetings.
Maintain the high level of confidentiality and professionalism expected of all faculty.
Perform other related tasks or duties at the discretion of the Director of Special Education and/or Principal.
Additional Information:
Must possess the ability to:
Build positive relationships with students in support of their academic and social development.
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of IEP goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, and the like to communicate these objectives to students.
Employ instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
A Master's degree with extensive course work and counseling.
Massachusetts certification as a school adjustment counselor
Experience in conducting elementary groups, play therapy and other forms of psychotherapy.
Individual and group experience working with children and parents.
Successful completion of a Criminal Record Check (C.O.R.I.) and national background check
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.
Salary/Benefits:
Per BEA and BPS contract
Bedford Public Schools are committed to hiring, mentoring, and retaining a diverse staff. We are relentless in our efforts to bolster equity, in both academic and work spaces, by fostering a culture of belonging and ensuring our diverse employees and students have equitable access to the resources and opportunities needed to thrive — personally, professionally, and academically.