School Counselor

DEER TRAIL 26J SCHOOL DISTRICT
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
130 SOUTH SECOND AVENUE DEER TRAIL, CO 80105
PHONE (303) 769-4421, FAX 303-769-4000 or EMAIL: hwhitehead@dt26j.
Hayley Whitehead, District Secretary
DATE OF POSTING: October 27, 2023
POSITION: School Counselor
SALARY RANGE: Administrative Salary Schedule plus School District Comprehensive Benefits Package. Salary range TBD, depending upon experience.
PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION: Please submit an online application at www.dt26j.com along with a cover letter, three letters of recommendation and a current resume listing your qualifications and experiences for the position. Internal candidates please submit cover letter, letters of reference and current resume. Supporting materials may be attached to the online application, mailed or faxed to Hayley Whitehead, District Secretary.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION

• Demonstrate aptitude or competence for assignment
• Strong technology skills (Microsoft Office)
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Customer focused approach
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Enjoy working with teenagers
• High degree of flexibility
• Team player with demonstrated leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment
• Master's Degree in Counseling
• Colorado School Counselor Certification
• Such alternatives to the above as the Board of Education may find appropriate
• Physical Demands: Between sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and 10 pounds on a frequent basis, occasionally stooping, kneeling, crouching, overhead reaching and fine motor activity, frequently sitting, standing, walking, balancing, reaching at desk and floor level, firm and simple grasping

Responsibilites

• The School Counselor will collaborate with students and parents with course selection, scheduling and will be the initial point of contact for student concerns that span multiple subject areas as well as non-academic issues.
• Review student transcripts and the entry of credits into the online transcript system
• Work with the administrative assistants to obtain school records from the student's previous school (where applicable) and forwarding student records when appropriate
• Implement programs for students and families related to interpersonal adjustment issues
• Work with school teams to identify and help families access school and community resources
• Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for the school and serve as a key member of the Student Support Team (SST)
• Act as the main point of contact for these students and families, communicating regularly with them
• Implement efforts to secure complete and accurate records for students
• Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being as obligated by law, administrative regulations, or ethical standards.
• Stay abreast of all state regulations relating to incident reporting and documentation
• Assist with Colorado State Reporting (EOY, OCT COUNT)
• Assist teachers when students enroll mid-semester, making sure that teachers receive guidance on integrating the students into their coursework, and ensuring that previous grades, credits, and evaluations are handled appropriately
• Collaborate with the Principal to communicate with the Curriculum Team to ensure that curriculum offerings meet state requirements
• Implement special programs such as Advanced Placement support, SAT and ACT Preparation, and college entrance preparation
• Other duties as assigned.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: All positions open until filled.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Assignment starting date is immediately (170-day work schedule)
• All contracts/agreements for employment of personnel shall be subject to the approval of the Board of
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment
• No smoking is allowed in any DT26J School District buildings
• Selected applicant must comply with the District's Drug-Free Workplace
• As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), the selected applicant must verify, within 72 hours of employment, his/her legal right to be employed in the United States

Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
In compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, Colorado law and Board of Education Policy AC (Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity), Deer Trail 26J does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, religion, ancestry, need for special education services, age, marital status, genetic information, or physical characteristics in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees and members of the public. The following person has been identified as the compliance officer for the district: Superintendent, Deer Trail 26J School District: 130 South Second Avenue, Deer Trail, CO 80105, 303.769.4421, superintendent@dt26j.com