A BVSD Counselor, under the direction of the Principal or Assistant Principal will develop, plan and implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with the ASCA (American School Counselor Association) standards. The School Counselor will promote student success by supporting BVSD students in the areas of academic, career and social/emotional development. Responsibilities: Facilitate academic, personal and social counseling. Outreach to staff, families and community members. Assist with student registration, enrollment and scheduling activities. Assist students and families with district/school practices and policies in regards to attendance, graduation requirements, grades, credits, discipline, etc. Positively impacts student achievement through innovative instructional strategies. Demonstrates a strong knowledge of the curriculum and content area. Effectively manages the learning environment. Values student diversity and support the unique learning needs of each individual student. Exhibits a growth mindset through participation in high quality professional learning. Works collaboratively with colleagues, families and community. Builds positive relationships and communicate effectively with families. Uses inclusive and differentiated instructional practices to support all students. Uses data-driven evidence to inform instruction. Demonstrates a level of technology proficiency that enhances student learning. Contributes to a positive, child centered school culture. Follows State legal requirements and District and building policies and procedures. Qualifications: Required:Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with a School Counselor endorsement (must upload license or in process documentation to application). Interim school counselor authorization will also be considered. Completed and submitted BVSD online application. The READ Act SB 19-199 (PDF) and SB 22-004 (PDF) requires that all Colorado teachers who provide literacy instruction to students must earn a “READ Act Designation” by meeting specific requirements. If you are hired for a position requiring the READ Act Designation, you will be required to obtain it. can be found here. Preferred:Bilingual English/ Spanish. Experience with school wide adviser/advisee programs. Experience with a comprehensive career guidance program Substance and other intervention and prevention experience. Ability to manage, analyze, interpret and utilize data. Excellent written and verbal skills. Experience with various educational settings including Advance Placement and/or International Baccalaureate, vocational education and alternative schools. Ability to organize and facilitate major tasks and events. Familiar with the American School Counseling Associate standards.