Top 147 Academic counselor Jobs in Arvada, Co

9-12 High School Counselor - Jefferson Jr/Sr
Jeffco Public Schools —Jefferson County, CO
- $56,085 - $75,142 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school
- Word processing
12d
Academic and Behavioral Interventionist - Elementary
27J Schools —Brighton, CO
- Online Application
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
Academic & College Counselor
Valor Christian High School —Highlands Ranch, CO
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Management
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Patient Access Specialist
UCHealth —Erie, CO
- $19.67 - $25.57 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Urgent Care
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
16h
Admissions Counselor
The University Of Denver —Denver, CO
- $25.54 - $27.00 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Research
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
8d
Behavioral Health Counselor
UCHealth —Aurora, CO
- $31.61 - $47.41 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Master's degree
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
11d
Associate Director of Advising
Naropa University —Boulder, CO
- $62,000 - $77,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
1d
Family Outreach Liaison
Adams 12 Five Star Schools —Thornton, CO
- $23.55 - $29.76 an hour
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
21h
Para-Professional
Tennyson Center for Children —Denver, CO
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
2d
Dean K-6
Jeffco Public Schools —Jefferson County, CO
- $56,085 - $75,142 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- 5 years
9d
High School Academic Counselor
New Legacy Charter School —Aurora, CO
- $52,000 - $620,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
11d
SY 2026/27 - Licensed School Counselor (LCSW, LMFT, LPC) - Westminster
The Austin Centers for Exceptional Students —Westminster, CO
- $61,000 - $83,000 a year
- School experience
- Classroom
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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5d
Special Education Teacher - Morgridge Academy
National Jewish Health —Denver, CO
- $68,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Customer service
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
5d
Middle School / High School Humanities & Language Arts Teacher
Denver Academy of Torah —Denver, CO
- $60,000 - $75,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- 401(k) matching
- Paid sick time
Quick Apply
4d
Licensed School Social Worker
ESS Clinical —Golden, CO
- $70 - $77 an hour
- Contract
- School experience
- Master of Social Work
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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6d
Special Education Teacher in Thornton, CO
Soliant —Thornton, CO
- $30.82 - $50.82 an hour
- Contract
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
Quick Apply
LIAISON, STUDENT SUPPORT
Kunsmiller Creative Arts Academy HS —Denver, CO
- $48,089 - $57,707 a year
- Online Application
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
TREE Program Youth Treatment Counselor
Tennyson Center for Children —Denver, CO
- $23 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Academic Counselor - 9th Grade
Valor Christian High School —Highlands Ranch, CO
- $58,000 - $62,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- High school
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Senior Manager of Pathways
Careerwise Colorado —Denver, CO
- $73,855 - $96,876 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- High school
- 5 years
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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9-12 High School Counselor - Jefferson Jr/Sr

Jeffco Public Schools -
Jefferson County, CO

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Job Details

Full-time
$56,085 - $75,142 a year
12 days ago

Qualifications

Computer literacy
School legal knowledge
School Counseling Certification

Full Job Description

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 SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT

Jefferson High School is committed to creating an enriching educational environment that promotes student achievement and success by addressing individual student needs, integrating technology, promoting safety throughout the school, and encouraging parent-community participation. Our school serves 271 students in 7-8 grade and 460 students in 9-12 grade who come from all over the Metro Denver area. We are proud of our diverse community and the "SAINTS" strive for greatness. Our students have many opportunities to earn college credit while still in high school and we offer academic support to help them achieve the college level.

ABOUT YOU

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ABOUT THE JOB

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HOURS AND DAYS WORKED

Desired Start Date: 08/4/2026

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.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EQUIPMENT Working knowledge of developmental, learning, counseling, research, and educational theories to impact developmental issues affecting student success. Knowledge of best practices in Professional School Counseling. Ability to communicate and develop effective relationships and function effectively as a team member. Willingness to be flexible and respond to the changing needs of students, staff, families, schools, and the district. Ability to integrate educational theory, research, and expertise into appropriate practices for local contexts, in a style that facilitates positive change and continuous improvement. Must have effective group facilitation skills. Ability to use data to make educationally sound decisions. Skills in conflict resolution, decision making, and time management. Ability to read and interpret documents; write reports and correspondence and apply appropriate mathematical concepts; and to use and integrate technology appropriately in daily work which includes, but is not limited to, efficient voice mail systems, application of basic computer skills to effectively use email, internet, and word processing.

DIVERSITY OF DUTIES Duties require knowledge of District and school policies/procedures and applicable state/local/federal laws; facility security; child/adolescent behavior; intervention and mediation skills; and excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Position does not require additional supervision responsibilities outside the regular work day/work week, however, student discipline events and conferences with staff may extend beyond the work day in order to ensure timely conclusion of such matters.

The physical demands, mental functions, and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Normal routine levels of activity related to bending, carrying, climbing, hearing, reaching, sitting, standing, vision, and walking; and may also involve above-average levels of activity at times that cannot always be anticipated. Ability to meet physical needs of students.

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.

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academic counselor jobs in arvada, co

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