ABOUT THE DISTRICT
Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.
Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.
Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world-class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!
Jeffco Public Schools is a Single-State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.
ABOUT THE JOB
Desired Start Date: 08/10/2026
Counselor
Annual Position
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00000 , Hours/Day: 8.000 , Days/Year: 195
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: JCE - Professional - 185 days , L01, 1
Min-Mid Annual Salary Range: $56,085.00 - $75,142.00 Effective as of: 08-16-2025
Compensation schedules for Jeffco Schools can be found here. Starting salary for non-licensed roles is based on the candidate's relevant work experience and education. Additional considerations may be given for job-specific certifications and skills. Applicants should submit all relevant and verifiable education, training and work experiences at the time of application. Starting Salary for licensed educators is based on the step and lane schedule found here.
RESPONSIBILITIES
SUMMARY Deliver a comprehensive school counseling program that is data driven and aligns to both district and school priorities. Lead, advocate, and collaborate to promote equity and access for all. Provide universal, targeted, and intensive support that match student needs and promote career, academic, and social emotional development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design and implement instruction aligned to American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success in classroom/large-group, small-group, and individual settings
- Provide short-term counseling in small-group and individual settings
- Use the principles of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) with the context of a comprehensive school counseling program to provide universal, targeted and intensive support matched to student needs.
- Utilize evidence-based counseling theories and techniques that are effective in a school setting to promote academic, career, and social/emotional development for all students.
- Adhere to the legal and ethical standards and professional competencies of school counseling to demonstrate high standards of integrity, leadership, and professionalism.
- Apply the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success to inform the implementation of the school counseling program.
- Develop annual outcome goals and action plans based on student data that address gaps in achievement, attendance, discipline, opportunity, and resources.
- Regularly assess counseling program to determine its effectiveness, inform improvements to the design and delivery, and show how students are different as a result of the school counseling program.
- Consult as needed when ethical or legal questions arise.
- Make referrals to appropriate school and community resources
QUALIFICATIONS Hold current CDE Special Services Provider license with a School Counselor Endorsement. For further information on CDE Special Service Provider licensing requirements, please visit the Colorado Department of Education website.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Important Notice Regarding Licensed Positions
Job Status: Ongoing
A successful external applicant will be issued a probationary contract. A successful internal applicant that currently holds a probationary or non-probationary contract with Jeffco Public Schools will maintain that contract status.
SALARY
Jeffco Salary Schedules
BENEFITS
Jeffco Benefits
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Jefferson County School District does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.
Pay: $56,085.00 - $75,142.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
