School Counselor | Castle Rock, Colorado

Make a meaningful impact supporting students as a dedicated school counselor for the 2026-2027 academic year near Colorado Springs, CO. This full-time, contract opportunity invites you to work closely with middle and high school students, providing both individual and group counseling. Your expertise will be crucial in addressing personal, social, academic, and emotional challenges while helping students set and achieve their educational goals.

Step into a supportive environment where your skills in building trust, facilitating growth, and collaborating with educational professionals are highly valued. The school’s SPED team is actively coordinating details to ensure a seamless transition for a caring, knowledgeable counselor ready to make a difference.

Desired experience and qualifications:

• Active Colorado School Counseling license required
• Previous experience supporting middle and/or high school students preferred
• Strong foundation in individual and group counseling practices
• Ability to assist students with coping strategies, problem-solving, and meeting graduation requirements
• Collaborative mindset, especially in educational and multidisciplinary team settings
• Excellent communication, organization, and documentation skills

Key responsibilities:

• Facilitate individual and group sessions for students to address their academic, personal, and emotional needs
• Assist in developing coping mechanisms and resilience in daily school life
• Support students in course selection and appropriate academic planning toward graduation
• Partner with educators, administrators, and SPED teams to support student development
• Contribute to meetings focused on aligning student support plans
• Monitor progress and maintain thorough documentation to uphold best practices

If you’re passionate about nurturing students’ growth and academic success, this role offers an engaging and rewarding professional experience. Take the next step in your school counseling journey—apply today to bring your expertise and compassion to a vibrant learning community!

Compensation for this position ranges from $31.25 to $51.25. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.