Secondary School Counselor (8805)

2026 - 2027 School Year

1.0 FTE

This position will remain open until a qualified applicant is selected. The earliest date a recommendation for hire may be submitted is after 04/21/2026.

This is a Continuing Position

 Evergreen Public Schools (EPS) offers the following to eligible employees who work at least 630 hours in a school year:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic long-term disability, basic life and AD&D insurance through School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). For additional information click EPS Benefits Information.
• Employees may also be eligible to participate in FSA, DCAP, HSA, FPFSA (w/HDHP), and other supplemental benefits.

Employees may be eligible for employer-employee funded retirement benefits through Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

EPS offers paid holidays and paid time off, including but not limited to, sick, vacation, personal, religious, and bereavement leave. Additional negotiated leave options can be found in the associated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for this position Evergreen Education Association.

Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule such as, but not limited to TRI pay, In-Service days, and Extended Contracts, all in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) as negotiated.

We appreciate your interest in employment with Evergreen Public Schools. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation  including fingerprints. Click here for Fingerprinting Services.

Failure to submit a full application package will result in disqualification.

STANCE STATEMENT:

Evergreen Public Schools are committed to eliminating the predictability of outcomes by demographic group and we strive to be a diverse community of schools that provides each member with the opportunities, access, resources, and support they need to be successful. With this in mind, our goal is to recruit, hire and retain employees of all racial/ethnic backgrounds who will bring their unique talents and skills into our educational institution to encourage students to thrive academically. Our district aims to provide an equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for all students and staff to succeed in a racially and culturally diverse local, national and global community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, implement and assist in evaluating the school’s comprehensive, data- driven guidance program.
• Understand and be able to apply the principles of ASCA, the national school counseling model.
• Guide individuals and groups of students through the development of educational and career plans.
• Counsel individual students and small groups of students.
• Use research-based theories and best practices appropriate to school counseling.
• Consult with parents, teachers, administrators and other relevant personnel to enhance the work of guidance counseling.
• Coordinate school and community personnel and resources to enhance the work of guidance counseling.
• Use an effective referral process to assist students in accessing special programs and resources.
• Participate in the planning and evaluation of district, state and school testing programs.
• Interpret test and other appraisal results effectively.
• Work cooperatively and effectively with teams.
• Engage in on-going professional development.
• Adhere to ethical, legal and professional standards.
• Adhere to district policies, regulations and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of a Master’s Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning.
• Valid Washington ESA school counselor.
• Must have regular, consistent attendance.
• Work directly within the student information system to develop and manage both school and individual student schedules.
• Participate in building assessment and intervention teams.
• Secondary counseling experience preferred.
• WESPaC/Skyward experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of technology and an ability to incorporate into instructional programs.
• Experience with student scheduling, comprehensive academic and career planning, 504 guidelines, and Special Education services and guidelines preferred.
• Community agency collaboration experience preferred.
• Experience with the development and support of new academic programs preferred.
• Knowledge of and willingness to implement best practices required.
• Experience working with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse students and families preferred.
• Commitment to life-long learning and professional growth.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES RELATED TO CULTURAL COMPETENCE AND EQUITY:

1. Knowledge/awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
2. Nurtures a positive school environment that celebrates, respects and values diversity, where teaching and learning are made relevant and meaningful to students of various cultures.
3. Initiates activities and discussions that lead to increased cultural competence of staff, informing and expanding teaching practices within classrooms.
4. Models instructional leadership and demonstrates a strong commitment to equitable outcomes for all students.
5. Ability to recognize each person as a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
6. The ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons regardless of race, gender, physical limitation, sexual orientation or religious belief, with an active commitment to equal opportunity for all persons.
7. Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships and interact successfully with diverse instructional support services and administrative staff, including perceiving the needs and concerns of others; assisting others in resolving conflicts; motivating others; and designing programs to assist others in meeting organizational goals.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Evergreen Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Salary : $64,511 - $118,655