2026-27 Counselor-Fossil Ridge High School

SUMMARY

Responsible for supporting students in the areas of academic success, career and college readiness, and social/emotional development; serving as a resource for students, families, staff, and community; and delivering services within the framework of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success.

JOB TASKS

• Plan, organize, and deliver a data-driven, comprehensive, and developmentally appropriate school counseling program to all students based on the ASCA National Model.
  • a. Individual and small group counseling services that support academic, career, and social/emotional development.
  • b. Classroom guidance lessons centered on the ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College and Career-Readiness Standards for Every Student
  • c. Respond to student crisis situations and report or refer to appropriate professionals or agencies.
  • d. Support student transitional activities including registration and grade level transitions.
  • e. Assist students and families with educational and/or career planning.
• Provide: a. Growth opportunities for staff and families.
  • a. Facilitate problem-solving skills and conflict resolution.
• Understand and use current job-related technology.
  • a. Collaborate: 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.
• 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 Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations.
  • d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
• Participate: a. In Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions.
  • b. In student and/or family conferences and other meetings.
  • c. In social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities.
  • d. In professional growth opportunities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES REQUIRED

• Master's degree in School Counseling or related field and special service provider licensure program required.
• Experience working with students in a school setting required.
• Experience counseling students in a school setting preferred.
• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado driver's license.
• Valid Colorado Special Services license with School Counselor or related endorsement required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.

Questions Regarding This Posting

Questions regarding this posting can be directed to talent@psdschools.org.