Job Title: School Adjustment Counselor
Department: Student Services
Start Date: August 13, 2026
Reports to: Appropriate School Principal (Elementary, Middle or High)
Salary Range: Based on salary scale as agreed upon between GCVS and AFT Massachusetts, AFL-CIO
GCVS Professional Staff. $57,443.30 to $93,722.31
Position Summary:
The School Adjustment Counselor is a skilled virtual educator with a growth mindset responsible for providing
counseling services to K-12 students to address issues interfering with learning. This role focuses on
implementing IEP counseling goals, fostering wellness, and supporting students with diverse learning needs in a
virtual school environment. The counselor works closely with all appropriate staff to support student and family
concerns.
Duties and Responsibilities:
? Provide individual and small group counseling services to address learning barriers and/or implement
specific IEP goals.
? Develop and lead K-12 social skills groups throughout the year.
? Author relevant sections of IEPs and 504 plans, including setting measurable goals and writing quarterly
progress reports.
? Conduct relevant inventories, screenings, and write thorough evaluation reports, including educationally
relevant findings and recommendations.
? Provide crisis intervention and serve as an active member of MTSS teams, grade-level teams, and school-
wide wellness initiatives.
? Provide ongoing consultation to teachers and staff regarding strategies for teaching students with diverse
learning needs.
? Attend IEP Team meetings as needed and participate in all GCVS professional development workshops.
? Documentation: Maintain precise documentation of all services provided and ensure confidentiality for
students, families, and teachers in a virtual environment.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not
intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

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Qualifications:
? License: DESE MA School Adjustment Counselor.
? Education: Master’s Degree in Education, Counseling, or its equivalent required.
? Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a School Adjustment Counselor in a public school or
equivalent community setting.
? Technical Proficiency: A strong background in technology is a must, including the ability to perform
counseling via virtual platforms like Zoom and navigate systems such as PowerSchool and Google Suite.
? Physical/Travel: Ability to operate a computer for lengthy periods and travel within assigned geographic
areas for school activities, meetups, or in-person testing.

Location Preference:
Applicants residing in the Massachusetts area are strongly preferred, with the ability to travel to locations across
the state and attend GCVS events as needed.

Interested Candidates:
Please submit the following:
1. A letter of interest describing:
a. Your major educational accomplishments and the counseling skills you will bring to GCVS.
2. A copy of your appropriate Massachusetts license (School Adjustment Counselor) for this position.
3. Your current resume, including a list of three professional references with contact information.