<p>Job Description</p> <p>Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.</p> <p>Location: US:CO:BOULDER</p> <p>School: Summit Middle Charter</p> <p>Position Title: Counselor</p> <p>Position Start Date: August 1, 2025</p> <p>Position Type: Charter</p> <p>FTE: 1.0</p> <p>Work Schedule: 195 Days - 12 Months</p> <p>Closing Date: May 30, 2025</p> <p>Reports To: Principal</p> <p>Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000</p> <p>To apply, visit: https://jobs.bvsd.org/ - click on application. The position is open until filled.</p> <p>Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD</p> <p>Summit Middle Charter School:</p> <p>Summit Middle Charter School located in South Boulder is a tuition-free, public charter school in the Boulder Valley School District serving grades 6,7,8. As a three-time National Blue Ribbon award winning school, Summit provides a rigorous academic curriculum focused on students who want to be challenged and are willing to work hard. Summit values creating stimulating, intellectually challenging learning experiences and supporting students to strive at all times to do their best and most thoughtful work. Summit teachers inspire in students a lifelong love of learning, a commitment to self-development, and a willingness to be engaged, constructive citizens. Summit's faculty is the cornerstone of our community of scholars and we support professional growth and development in a collaborative manner.</p> <p>Summit Middle Charter School is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries: Office for Civil Rights -http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html</p> <p>Summary:</p> <p>School Counselor - Middle School - Full time 195 days, begins August 2025.</p> <p>The Counselor works closely with the Principal and administrative team to uphold and enact the mission of the school. The Counselor demonstrates knowledge, abilities, and attitudes necessary to implement and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program. Employ evidence-based practices to enhance access to educational services and programs. Possess a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of the home, school and community and collaborate with all members of the education team to strengthen those connections. Through advocacy, leadership and reflection, supports students in the areas of academic achievement and social emotional learning.</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <p>The elements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed for this position:</p> <ul> <li>MA in a related field is a plus </li><li>Counseling certificate is a plus </li><li>Three years of successful school based job experience desired </li><li>Strong collaboration, coordination and organization skills </li><li>Expertise in student relations and human development </li><li>Strong collaboration, team-based communication, coordination and organizational skills </li></ul> <p>Application and Selection Procedure:</p> <ul> <li>External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd </li><li>Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal </li><li>If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado. </li><li>Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. </li></ul> <p>Application Instructions</p> <p>Please click on the link below to apply for this position. A new window will open and direct you to apply at our corporate careers page. We look forward to hearing from you!</p>