School Counselor Gilcrest,CO

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School Counselor

Weld County School District RE-1 Gilcrest, CO

Days Posted: 9 days

Experience Level:Not Specified

Employment Type:Not Specified

Pay Range: $21.23/hr - $28.83/hr (Estimated)

Position Type: Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 5/7/2025 Location: Gilcrest Elementary School Date Available: 07/31/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled &nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide School Counselor - Gilcrest Elementary School, Gilcrest, CO JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Counselor FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Principal Pay Range: See Salary Schedule Prepared/Revised Date: 2024-2025 Work Year: 170 days SUMMARY: The counselor supports a positive class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establishes effective rapport with pupils, motivates pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to be successful in the classroom in accordance with each pupil's ability. The counselor establishes positive relationships with parents and other staff members. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Listed below are the essential tasks performed to achieve the purpose of this job. The frequency of each task is listed as follows: (D) daily, (W) weekly, (M) monthly, (Q) quarterly, or (A) annually. Also listed is the percentage of time each task requires on an annual basis. The total, including the percentage allocated to "other duties as assigned, "equals 100%. Job Tasks Descriptions Frequency % of time Plan, organize, and deliver a data-driven, comprehensive, and developmentally appropriate school counseling program to all students based on the ASCA National Model. D 35 Provide: Individual and small group counseling services that support academic, career, and social/emotional development. Classroom guidance lessons centered on the ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College and Career-Readiness Standards for Every Student. D 20 Respond to student crisis situations and report or refer to appropriate professionals or agencies. M 5 Support student transitional activities including registration and grade level transitions. Q 5 Assist students and families with educational and/or career planning, including understanding international transcripts and placing international students appropriately. D 5 Provide: a. Growth opportunities for staff and families. b. Leadership and expertise in creating a positive school culture and climate that integrates diverse backgrounds, strengths, and needs. D 5 Facilitate problem-solving skills and conflict resolution. D 5 Understand and use current job-related technology. Collaborate: a. With administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and community partners regarding student needs and concerns. b. With administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and students to develop and implement academic and/or behavior plans and interventions. D W 2 3 Demonstrate a commitment to: a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. b. Include and engage families in the student's education. c. Support all School District policies, procedures, and expectations. d. Provide personal and professional excellence. D 3 Participate in: a. Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions. b. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. c. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. d. Professional growth opportunities. W 2 Assist with special populations including writing 504 plans and participating in the MTSS process. M 3 Manage Gifted and Talented process including assessment, identification and writing of advanced learning plans. W 2 Perform other duties as assigned. M 5% TOTAL= 100% EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE: <ul> <li> Appropriately licensed in School Counseling in the State of Colorado as provided by law. </li><li> Licensed classroom teachers must be qualified for the area or grade level in which they perform, meeting Colorado Department of Education accreditation standards. </li></ul> TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES: <ul> <li> Knowledge of Counseling Theories and Practices - Familiarity with various counseling techniques and methods that support students' academic, career, and social/emotional development. </li><li> Crisis Management - Ability to respond to and manage student crises, including knowing when to report or refer to other professionals or agencies. </li><li> Data-Driven Approach - Competence in using data to design, organize, and deliver a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate counseling program based on the ASCA National Model. </li><li> Technology Proficiency - Understanding and using current job-related technology effectively for counseling and administrative tasks. </li><li> Collaboration and Communication - Ability to work collaboratively with administrators, parents, staff, and community partners regarding student needs, and to communicate effectively in meetings, conferences, and guidance sessions. </li><li> Diversity and Inclusion - Understanding and making accommodations for student diversity, and engaging families in the student's education in an inclusive manner. </li><li> Educational and Career Planning - Providing guidance in educational and career planning, including working with international students and understanding international transcripts. </li><li> Problem-Solving and Conflict Resolution - Skills in facilitating problem-solving and conflict resolution with students. </li><li> Special Education and Legal Knowledge - Knowledge of the 504 plan process, MTSS, and working with special populations. This includes being able to manage gifted and talented processes, and working with advanced learning plans. </li><li> Commitment to Professional Growth - A dedication to ongoing professional development and excellence in both personal and professional aspects of the counseling role. </li></ul> LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS: <ul> <li> Requires a valid Colorado driver's license: Yes </li><li> Appropriately licensed in School Counseling in the State of Colorado as provided by law. </li></ul> REPORTING RELATIONSHIP AND DIRECTION/GUIDANCE: <ul> <li> Reports to: Principal </li><li> Direct Reports: No </li></ul> BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY: Budget Function Responsibility Sole Participate Recommend Not Applicable Develop a Budget X Administer a Budget X Monitor a Budget X Coordinate a Budget X Initiate a Requisition X PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES Amount of Time None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Stand X Walk X Sit X Use hands to finger, handle or feel X PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES Amount of Time None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Reach with hands and arms X Climb or balance X Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X Talk X Hear X Taste X Smell X WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS Amount of Time None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Up to 10 pounds X Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds X Up to 100 pounds X More than 100 pounds X MENTAL FUNCTIONS Amount of Time None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Compare X Analyze X Communicate X Copy X Coordinate X Instruct X Compute X Synthesize X Evaluate X Use Interpersonal Skills X Compile X Negotiate X WORK ENVIRONMENT Amount of Time None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3 Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) X Work near moving mechanical parts X Work in high, precarious places X Fumes or airborne particles X Toxic or caustic chemicals X Outdoor weather conditions X Extreme cold (non-weather) X Extreme heat (non-weather) X Risk of electrical shock X Work with explosives X Risk of radiation X Vibration X VISION DEMANDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB No special vision requirements X Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) Peripheral vision Depth perception Ability to adjust focus NOISE LEVEL Level of noise typical in the work environment for this job Very quiet Quiet Moderate X Loud Very loud

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