2026-27 50% Counselor-Lesher Middle School

Poudre School District; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 89,278; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PERA retirement

Paid time off

Job summary

Poudre School District is seeking a dedicated School Counselor for the 2026-27 school year at Lesher Middle School. This 50% position requires a Master's degree in School Counseling, along with relevant licensing and experience. Responsibilities include delivering a comprehensive counseling program, providing individual and group counseling services, and collaborating with staff and families. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $58,000 to $89,278 annually and includes various benefits such as health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or a related field 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive school counseling program to all students.
• Provide individual and group counseling services.
• Support student transitional activities and career planning.
• Facilitate problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Collaborate with staff and community partners on student needs.

Skills

Counseling Skills

Crisis Intervention

Collaboration

Cultural Competence

Problem-Solving

Education

Master’s degree in School Counseling

Valid Colorado Special Services license

Tools

Current job-related technology

Job description

Position Overview

This position is for the 2026-27 school year at Lesher Middle School. The role is a 50% assignment with 188 work calendar days. The position is ongoing and includes benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, an employee walk‑in clinic, and other optional benefit elections. Pay is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule and ranges from $58,000 to $89,278 annually.

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.
• Provide individual and small group counseling services that support academic, career, and social/emotional development.
• Deliver classroom guidance lessons centered on the ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College and Career‑Readiness Standards for Every Student.
• Respond to student crisis situations and report or refer to appropriate professionals or agencies.
• Support student transitional activities, including registration and grade level transitions.
• Assist students and families with educational and/or career planning.
• Provide growth opportunities for staff and families, and lead in creating a positive school culture and climate that integrates diverse backgrounds, strengths, and needs.
• Facilitate problem‑solving skills and conflict resolution.
• Understand and use current job‑related technology.
• Collaborate with administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and community partners regarding student needs and concerns, and with them to develop and implement academic and/or behavior plans and interventions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to understanding, appreciating, and making accommodations for student diversity; including and engaging families in the student’s education; supporting all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations; and providing personal and professional excellence.
• Participate in department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions; student and/or family conferences and other meetings; social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities; and professional growth opportunities.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or a 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 endorsement required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.