Adjustment Counselor (2026-27 SY)

The Weston Public Schools is seeking to hire Adjustment Counselor at Weston Middle School. This is a full-time position reporting to the Middle School Principal and the Director of Student Services. We are looking for a diverse pool of applicants who are inspired by our mission to educate, equip, and inspire all students to achieve their full potential and enrich their community.

The Weston Public Schools enrolls approximately 2,000 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. The school district includes a high school for grades 9-12, a middle school for grades 6-8, an upper elementary school for grades 4-5, and two lower elementary schools for pre-kindergarten through grade 3. Since 1967, Weston has participated in METCO (Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunity) - a voluntary, desegregation program that places Boston residents in suburban schools. The Weston METCO program enrolls approximately 150 students (K-12).

• Embrace the diversity of the Weston Public Schools by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion
• Supports Tier 1 Social-emotional/Mental health student needs.
• Develops and oversees Tier 2 and 3 SEL and Mental Health programs, including lesson planning and data collection
• Develops plans integrating clinical, case coordination, data collection, and academic supports for students; is primarily responsible for implementation of the clinical supports of students.
• Monitors progress and adapts plans using data and input from stakeholders.
• Provides 1:1 and/or small-group clinical intervention to students on a flexible, as-needed basis, employing clinical methods that are most appropriate for meeting the goals in each student’s case management plan
• Provides and/or assists in case management and coordination of clinical and academic supports available to students following long-term absences from school
• Engages in consistent two-way communication with families, students, and outside providers to keep them apprised of student progress and gather feedback and information to support student learning and well-being
• Proactively communicates and collaborates with educator colleagues and school administrators regarding the progress and status of students, maintaining student confidentiality as appropriate
• Assures effective transition between schools
• Maintains a program environment that is emotionally supportive and conducive to learning
• Works with the Principals, School Psychologists, School Counselors, other school leaders, nurses, and external support organizations
• Participate in IST/IEP/ 504 meetings
• Participate in staff and professional development programs
• Other duties as assigned

• Valid Massachusetts School Social Worker/School Adjustment Counselor license required
• LCSW/LICSW or LMHC strongly preferred
• Formal training and experience working with children and adolescents and families struggling with complex challenges, including mental health challenges causing extended absences from school
• Excellent case management, writing, and communication skills
• Demonstrated skill and experience in setting clinical goals and providing direct clinical support to adolescents in the school setting, including collaborating with collateral/community-based mental health providers

This is a school-year role (184 days over a full school year), represented by the Weston Education Association, and entitled to the same salary schedule as teachers and other professional staff. Additionally, the Weston Public Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package, including subsidized health insurance and participation in the Massachusetts Teachers' Retirement System. Professional growth is ongoing in Weston and supported through multiple opportunities, both internally and externally.

This position is for the 2026-27 school year. The review of applications will begin immediately, but please note that only candidates invited to advance in the hiring process will be contacted.

Salary : $63,299 - $133,689