MS Counselor at Stem School Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Aug, 26

Salary

131345.0

Posted On

03 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

School Counseling, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Academic Advising, Social-emotional Learning, 504 Plan Coordination, Behavioral Support, Data Analysis, Interpersonal Communication, Problem-solving, Collaboration, Student Scheduling, College And Career Planning, Safety Assessments, Multi-tiered System Of Supports

Industry

Description

Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and skilled Middle School Counselor to support students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral development for the 2026 - 2027 school year. This role involves working closely with students, staff, and families to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide individual and group counseling on academic (executive functioning skills, study habits, etc.), personal, social, and behavioral challenges. Counsel students regarding educational issues such as course and program selection, class scheduling, school adjustment, ICAP, study habits, and college/career planning. Secondary student course scheduling. Counsel students on personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their educational situations. Deliver counseling services through classroom lessons, small groups, and individual counseling. Provide crisis support to individual students when needed; collaborate and provide resources to families when needed. Implement and coordinate 504 meetings and plans for students. Analyze data and use results to inform stakeholders and continuously improve programs. Use available technology resources to enhance the school counseling practice and program. Work closely with admin and members of the mental health team to plan, deliver, and promote social-emotional programming that can be embedded within the school framework. Maintain community partnerships to support students and their families. Participate in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills. Perform other duties as requested Qualifications Required: Masters Degree in School Counseling Special Service Provider Initial License or Special Service Provider Professional License (School Counseling) - Colorado Department of Education Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills Ability to collaborate with teachers, administrators and families to support student success Experience in case management, counseling, and crisis intervention Strong organization and problem-solving skills Experience with student crisis support and safety assessments Experience with peer mentoring/tutoring, Multi-Tiered System of Supports/Response-to-Intervention, and 504 would be helpful, but not required. At least 2 years experience of middle or high school counseling is preferred. Knowledge of both Mac and PC, Google Essential Physical Requirements: Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds. Ability to stand or walk for 90 minutes. Ability to run short distances. Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting. Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday School Year: 2026 - 2027 #SJ2025 This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: May 31, 2026

Responsibilities

The Middle School Counselor will provide academic, social-emotional, and behavioral support to students through individual and group counseling. They will also coordinate 504 plans, collaborate with the mental health team, and assist with college and career planning.