Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/School Counselor
Date Posted:
3/21/2024
Location:
Highland Park Elementary School
This Posting is for the 2024 - 2025 School Year

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high-quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district, which state:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well-being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

As we embrace these values and consider their impact, we will achieve our vision of being a high performing school district that inspires community confidence. Each employee plays a part, and that contribution should bring us closer to helping each student achieve their dreams.
Job Title: School Counselor
Work Year: 165 days
Department: Teaching and Learning Services
Reports To: School Principal
Salary Range: Teacher Salary Schedule
Salary Range: $45,000-$94,315 Benefits: Fringe Benefits based on PEA Negotiated Agreement Status: FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:
The primary responsibility of the School Counselor is to utilize leadership, advocacy, and collaboration to promote student success through providing preventative services, and to respond to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that addresses academic, career, and personal/social development for all students.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED:

• Valid Colorado Special Services License within 60 days from date of hire
• School Counselor Endorsement or
• Master's Degree in School Counseling,Community Counseling, or Family Counseling and passing the PLACE or PRAXIS exam for School Counseling or
• Master's Degree in Comminity Counseling/Social Work and wililngness to obtain appropriate Authorization through the Colorado Department of Education and enroll in a Colorado State approved program for School Counseling and completion of program within three (3) years and
• Proof of acceptance in program and continued progress required prior to the start of each school year.
• Counselor must be highly qualified in applicable content area through the following options:
  • Endorsement on a Colorado Special Services license and
  • Passing score on a State Board of Education approved content exam (currently the ETS Praxis Series)
  • Eligible for a TEE or Alternative Licensing program
• Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

PREFERRED:

• Three to five years successful teaching experience at the secondary level (demonstrated by references and evaluations, and student growth)
• Experience in a Title I setting
• Previous experience as an Elementary or Secondary Teacher

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge and understanding of American School Counselor Association Competencies and ASCA model
• Ability to write specific learning goals, objectives and outcomes
• Ability to analyze and use multiple data sources to make sound decisions
• Ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues and actively participate in professional learning communities
• Ability to use technology and incorporate/teach 21st century skills
• Ability and willingness to integrate reading, writing and math throughout the curriculum
• Knowledge of and willingness to uphold ethical and professional school counseling standards
• Demonstrated ability to work with needs of all student populations including, but not limited to, ELL, ESS, GT, and 504's
• Computer expertise or an expectation to learn Infinite Campus
• Positive public relation skills, professionalism, strong work ethic, ability to develop positive relationships with school and community
• Ability to demonstrate communication skills with students, parents, and teachers to enhance the educational, personal, and social aspect of each student •Knowledge of ICAP development (6 th - 12 th grade students only) •
• Knowledge of graduation requirements and college entrance requirements
• Knowledge of career assessments and career counseling (MS & HS only)
• Experience or course work in multicultural awareness
• Ability to interpret test information and data
• Strong commitment to system change and strong evidence of being a "team player"
• Ability to be flexible

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level or work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. This organization believes that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications and job scope but should not limit the incumbent nor the organization to the work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the District's/department's goals. Actual duties, responsibilities, frequency, and percentages may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors

The major function of the school counselor is to uphold Pueblo School District 60's Mission, Vision, and Core Values in all interactions with students, school staff, administration, parents, and community members.

Provide comprehensive school counseling program

• Communicate the goals of the comprehensive school counseling program to education stakeholders
• Maintain current and appropriate resources for education stakeholders
• Use majority of time providing direct services through school counseling curriculum, individual student planning, and preventative and responsive services. Remaining time is dedicated to program management, system support, and accountability
• Implement developmentally appropriate and prevention-oriented activities to meet student needs and school goals
• Facilitate communication between student, parent, and staff

Provide individual student planning

• Assist all students, individually or in groups, with developing academic, career, and personal/social skills, goals and plans
• Accurately and appropriately interpret and utilize student data
• Communicate with school and community resources as an advocate for students
• Design and participate in orientation activities, especially at the transition levels, and for student transferring into the District

Preventative and Responsive Services

• Provide individual and group counseling to students with identified concerns and needs
• Consult and collaborate effectively with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and other educational/community resources regarding students with identified concerns and/or needs
• Implement an effective referral and follow-up process
• Accurately and appropriately use assessment procedures to determine and structure individual and group counseling sessions

System Support

• Provide appropriate information to staff related to the comprehensive school counseling program
• Assist teachers, parents/guardians, and other stakeholders in interpreting and understanding student data
• Participate in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills
• Use technology to enhance the school counseling program
• Adhere to laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the school counseling profession

Accountability

• Collect and analyze date to guide school counseling program direction and emphasis
• Measure results of the school counseling program and share results as appropriate
• Monitor student academic performance, behavior, and attendance and assist with appropriate interventions
• Demonstrate an awareness of curriculum offerings sufficient to assist students in attaining graduation requirements
• Assess student schedules and provide appropriate guidance to insure the attainment of individual student goals and needs
• Assist in the forecasting and registration process (secondary schools only)
• Make students aware of career/job opportunities, their characteristics, their requirements, and necessary career planning
• Assist students to develop habits, attitudes, and skills for successful job acquisition and job retention
• Assist students/parents in achieving financial assistance for career/educational opportunities (HS Only)

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Perform any and all other duties as assigned by Building Administrators

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel. The work requires the use of telephone and using fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The employee is continually hearing and speaking to exchange information. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
In an 8-hour workday, this job requires:
Rarely = less than .5 hr per day Occasionally = .5 - 2.5 hrs per day
Frequently = 2.5 - 5.5 hrs per day Continually = 5.5 - 8 hrs per day
NA = Not Applicable
Physical Requirements Sitting Frequently Stationary Standing Occasionally Walking (level surface) Frequently Walking (uneven surface) Not Applicable Crawling Rarely Crouching (bend at knees) Rarely Stooping (bend at waist) Rarely Twisting (knees/waist/neck) Occasionally Turn/Pivot Occasionally Climbing (stairs) Rarely Climbing (ladder) Not Applicable Reaching overhead Occasionally Reaching extension Occasionally Repetitive use arms Frequently Repetitive use wrists Frequently Repetitive use hands grasping Occasionally Repetitive use hands squeezing Occasionally Fine manipulation Occasionally Using foot control Not Applicable *Pushing/Pulling
Maximum weight: 40 lbs. Rarely Lifting/Carrying
Maximum weight: 40 lbs. Occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS: Employee will work primarily in a school/office environment with both natural and fluorescent lighting; fast-paced work; constant interruptions;

Instructions for Applying:

All applicants interested in and qualified for the posted position must submit an online application. Applications that are incomplete and/or not submitted will not be forwarded to the hiring administrator for review. The following will need to be uploaded with the application: current cover letter for the posted position; current resume; copy of current teaching license; copy of transcripts conferring required degree; copy of Place/Praxis test and any other materials requested on the application to verify that individuals are eligible for a Colorado License from the Colorado Department of Education.
Please note: If hired, a new hire packet will be emailed and must be completed prior to processing. Fingerprints will be required for all employees of Pueblo School District 60 prior to your processing date.
Pueblo School District No. 60 does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, disability, need for special education services, genetic information, pregnancy or childbirth status, or other status protected by law in admission, access to, treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities. Additionally, a lack of English language skills is not a barrier to admission or participation in activities. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of Student Support Services, Andrew Burns, andrew.burns@pueblod60.org , Title IX Coordinator/ Compliance Officer for complaints. This individual can be located at 315 West 11th Street, Pueblo, Colorado 81003, (719) 549-7100. Inquiries about Title IX can be directed to Pueblo School District No. 60's Title IX Coordinator /Compliance Officer named herein; the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education at (800) 421-3481, OCR@ed.gov ; or both. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. (Policy AC, AC-R -1, AC-R-2, AC-E-1, AC-E-2, AC-E-3 ).

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