High School Counselor Temporary Contract 2026-27

Applitrack; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gresham-Barlow School District is seeking a School Counselor to coordinate a district-wide counseling program for all students. The role supports the Oregon Framework for School Counseling Programs across guidance curriculum, planning, responsive services, system support and advocacy.

Responsibilities include leading group guidance, planning with parents, counseling individuals and small groups, and ensuring program effectiveness while promoting equity and inclusivity in school policy and

Qualifications

• Skills to communicate effectively, problem solve
• Knowledge of curriculum, education code, district policies, problem solving methodology
• Abilities to sit for prolonged periods, maintain and verify records, meet schedules and deadlines, communicate with persons of varied cultural and educational backgrounds, communicate in oral and written form. Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near visual activity/visual accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a comprehensive counseling program for all students in the district
• Implement the Guidance Curriculum Component through structured group sessions
• Implement the Individual Planning Component guiding students and parents towards educational and career success
• Implement the Responsive Services Component through individual and small group counseling, consultation, and referral
• Provide System Support through counseling program management and support for other educational programs
• Foster student advocacy to remove barriers to learning and empower students

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

State of Oregon School Counselor License (PK-12)

First Aid Card

Job description

Gresham-Barlow School District is seeking a School Counselor to coordinate a district-wide counseling program for all students. The role supports the Oregon Framework for School Counseling Programs across guidance curriculum, planning, responsive services, system support and advocacy.

Responsibilities include leading group guidance, planning with parents, counseling individuals and small groups, and ensuring program effectiveness while promoting equity and inclusivity in school policy and