2026-27 Counselor Secondary Long Term Substitute-Boltz Middle School

UNT Dallas; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PERA retirement

Job summary

Poudre School District seeks a long-term substitute Secondary Counselor for Boltz Middle School in Fort Collins. The assignment covers Jan 4, 2027 to about Apr 26, 2027 with 188 work days and a 100% calendar.

The role supports academic, career, and social/emotional development following ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors. Applicants must hold a Master’s in School Counseling with SSP licensure or TEE Authorization, and have school-based counseling experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field and SSP licensure program required.
• Experience working with students in a school setting required.
• Experience counseling students in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and deliver a data-driven, comprehensive school counseling program to all students based on the ASCA National Model.
• Provide individual and small group counseling for 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.
• Collaborate with administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and community partners regarding student needs and concerns.
• Attend department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions.

Skills

Counseling experience

School setting experience

Education

Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field

Job description

Information specific to this position: This long-term substitute assignment will cover a leave of absence for a Secondary Counselor at Boltz Middle School. The anticipated start date is January 4, 2027, with an expected end date of approximately April 26, 2027. Please note that these dates are subject to change.

Percentage: 100%

Work calendar days: 188

Duration of position: Approximately 1/4/2027-4/26/2027

Benefits include: PERA retirement

Will be paid the long-term substitute rate of $250.00/day

The substitute must have a valid Special Service Provider (SSP) license or Temporary Educator Eligibility (TEE) Authorization.

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.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plan, organize, and deliver a data-driven, comprehensive, and developmentally appropriate school counseling program to all students based on the ASCA National Model.
2. Provide:
   1. . Individual and small group counseling services that support academic, career, and social/emotional development.
   2. Classroom guidance lessons centered on the ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College and Career-Readiness Standards for Every Student
3. Respond to student crisis situations and report or refer to appropriate professionals or agencies.
4. Support student transitional activities including registration and grade level transitions.
5. Assist students and families with educational and/or career planning.
6. Provide:
   1. Growth opportunities for staff and families.
   2. Leadership and expertise in creating a positive school culture and climate that integrates diverse backgrounds, strengths, and needs.
7. Facilitate problem-solving skills and conflict resolution.
8. Understand and use current job-related technology.
9. Collaborate:
   1. With administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and community partners regarding student needs and concerns.
   2. With administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and students to develop and implement academic and/or behavior plans and interventions.
10. Demonstrate a commitment to:
    1. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.
    2. Include and engage families in the student’s education.
    3. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations.
    4. Provide personal and professional excellence.
11. 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.
12. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

1. Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field and special service provider licensure program required.
2. Experience working with students in a school setting required.
3. Experience counseling students in a school setting preferred

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, or CERTIFICATIONS:

• 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.

Poudre School District is dedicated to affirming respect, compassion, and acceptance for all, and we celebrate diversity with regard to all backgrounds and identities. We believe that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive work environments with employees who reflect our students and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. PSD is committed to finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply!

If you have a mental or physical impairment which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations during any portion of the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. If requesting testing and/or interview accommodations, you must contact us at least three (3) working days before the interview or test date.

Questions regarding this posting can be directed to [e-mail]