School Counselor at Classical Charter School

Ascent Classical Academy of Grand JunctionGrand Junction, CO
Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about classical education? Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion and want to expand awareness and understanding of the liberal arts? Do you want to help train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education? We are looking for a School Counselor to join our Student Services department. As a member of the department for a growing classical charter school, the School Counselor will support students' academic, personal, and behavioral development while helping maintain a culture aligned with the mission and values of classical education. The counselor will have a strong understanding of best practices in school counseling, including student support planning, MTSS processes, and collaboration with staff and families to promote student success. We are looking for someone with high standards of excellence, a professional demeanor, and a can-do attitude to join our team and help us build for the future. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and solutions-oriented team player with the capacity to manage multiple responsibilities and thrive in a dynamic environment. This is an onsite position based in our school.

Requirements

  • Master's Degree or higher in School Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, or related field
  • Current Colorado licensure/certification with appropriate endorsement for School Counseling (see Colorado Department of Education requirements)
  • Commitment to classical education and to the high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
  • Knowledge of student counseling practices and crisis intervention
  • Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with students, families, and team members
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • Adherence to all ACAGJ policies

Responsibilities

  • Provide individual and small-group counseling services to support students' academic and behavioral growth
  • Assist students with academic planning, goal setting, conflict resolution, and development of positive coping skills
  • Guide students through Colorado Individual Career and Academic Planning (ICAP) requirements and support post-graduation planning
  • Participate in MTSS meetings, student support meetings, and other staff or department meetings as needed
  • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to identify and implement interventions and supports for students
  • Support students in developing habits of character consistent with the mission and values of the school
  • Respond appropriately to student crises and make referrals to outside resources when necessary
  • Maintain accurate student records and documentation in accordance with school policies and applicable regulations
  • Maintain professional appearance and adhere to relevant health and safety procedures
  • Complete all required training and provide documentation as well as official college transcripts within 90 days of hire date
  • Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
  • Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
  • Perform other duties as assigned
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