West Grand School District 1-Jt
Kremmling, Colorado 80459
www.wgsd.us

Job Title:    High School Counselor
Reports to: High School Principal
Salary:       $44,877 – $57,033
Work year: 186 days

Job Summary:
We are looking for a dedicated, enthusiast High School Counsel to join our team of highly dedicated teachers and support staff in providing the best educational experience for our students.

Qualifications:

• MA degree and a Colorado School Counselor License or be able to obtain one.
• Experience working with children in an education setting is preferable.
• Experience in counseling individuals, groups and parents.
• Ability to create and maintain a safe and effective learning environment for students.
• Strong commitment to and belief in the vision of school
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner with students, staff, parents and community.
• Demonstrated skill in working with culturally a diverse population is desired.
• Strong organization skills.
• Excellent oral and verbal communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with administration and staff.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates comprehensive counseling plan with principal
• Creates a positive atmosphere when working with children.
• Consult with parents, teachers and specialists related to students’ school adjustment and performance.
• Work with other counselors in development and implementation of school guidance program.
• Lead professional development in guidance/social skills areas.
• Work as a member of an inter-disciplinary team, and coordinate counseling services within the building.
• Consult and counsel with parents, individually and in groups, to provide information and facilitating understanding.
• Coordinate PBIS and conduct training sessions for teachers.
• Act as School Assessment Coordinator and collaborate with the DAC.
• Serve as the 504 Coordinator
• Participate in county wide collaboration with other agencies, including referrals and follow-up.
• Develop a counseling curriculum and lesson plans for classroom instruction.
• Develop counseling programs in line with the district vision and strategic plan.
• Communicate progress work with parents to ensure follow-up occurs.
• Plan and coordinate crisis intervention program with the administration.
• Takes responsibility for continued development as a professional.
• Attends meetings, conferences, and in-services as required
• Keep accurate, confidential, and up to date student records.
• Actively engage in MTSS and other intervention programs
• Performs extra duties as required, including occasional supervision.
• Be flexible and works with all administration, directors and staff.
• Work in a positive manner with all staff, students, vendors and the public.
• Serve on committees, such as MTSS, interview, DAC, SAC, etc.
• Follows all school district policies in the performance of your duties.
• Use professional discretion related to supervision and use of strict confidentiality practices.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Questions regarding this position, please contact Jennifer Hooks, High School Principal, [email protected] or 970-724-3425

Questions regarding the application process, please contact Martha Schake, Director of Finance and Human Resource at [email protected] or 970-724-1007

West Grand School District #1-Jt. File: GBA

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

The Board subscribes to the principles of the dignity of all people and of their labors. It also recognizes that it is both culturally and educationally sound to have persons of diverse backgrounds on the school district’s staff.

Therefore, the district promotes and provides for equal opportunity in recruitment, selection, promotion and dismissal of all personnel. Commitment on the part of the district towards equal employment opportunity applies to all people without regard to disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, genetic information, or conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth.

The district will ensure that it does not unlawfully discriminate in any area of employment, including job advertising, pre-employment requirements, recruitment, compensation, fringe benefits, job classifications, promotion, and termination.