Windsor Charter Elementary is THE Elementary school to work at in Colorado.

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  Multi-year recipient of the John Irwin School of Excellence Award
  • 2017, 2018, 2019 and projected for 2022
• Ranked #1 top-performing elementary school in the Weld RE-4 School District
• Ranked #1 top-performing elementary charter school in northern Colorado
• Ranked as one of the top elementary schools in Colorado (Top 12%)

We have an amazing benefit structure for employees, generous PTO allowance, and a culture for staff and students that cannot be matched anywhere! Join our incredible team today.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary

Responsible for supporting students in the areas of academic success, career and college readiness, and social/emotional development; serving as a resource for students, families, staff, and community; and delivering services within the framework of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Description of Job Tasks

• Demonstrate a commitment to:
  • Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.
  • Include and engage families in the student's education.
  • Support all Windsor Charter Academy policies, procedures, and expectations.
  • Provide personal and professional excellence.
• Actively participate in:
  • Team, building, and school wide meetings and discussions.
  • MTSS team work ( Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports)
  • PBIS work.
  • Student and/or family conferences and other meetings.
  • Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities.
  • Professional growth opportunities.
  • 504 Meetings.
• Collaborate with:
  • Administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and community partners regarding student emotional needs and concerns.
  • Administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and students to develop and implement academic and/or behavior plans and interventions.
• Provide:
  • Individual and small group counseling services that support academic, career, and social/emotional development.
  • Classroom-guidance lessons centered on the ASCA Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success: K-12 College and Career-Readiness Standards for every student.
• Promote the 8 Keys of Excellence through instruction and activities school wide.
• Plan, organize, and deliver a data-driven, comprehensive, and developmentally-appropriate school counseling program to all students based on the ASCA National Model.
• Respond to student crisis situations and report or refer to appropriate professionals or agencies.
• Support student transitional activities, including registration and grade-level transitions.
• Assist students and families with educational and/or career planning.
• Provide growth opportunities for staff and families.
• Provide leadership and expertise in creating a positive school culture and climate that integrates diverse backgrounds, strengths, and needs.
• Facilitate problem-solving skills and conflict resolution.
• Understand and use current job-related technology.
• Prepares required reports and paperwork such as discipline reports, parent communications, and other paperwork as assigned.
• Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Related Work Experience

• Master's degree in school counseling or related field and special service provider licensure program required.
• Experience working with students in a school setting preferred.
• Experience counseling students in a school setting preferred.

Licenses, Registrations or Certifications

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• Valid Colorado Special Services license with School Counselor or related endorsement required.
• CPR and first aid training will be required at hire.

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Possess the following skills:
  • Oral and written communication skills
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • English language skills
  • Math skills
  • Interpersonal relations skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Work supportively with other teachers, staff, and administrators to provide an effective learning environment.
• Communicate with students, parents/guardians, staff, and community members.
• Be a part of and work with a team.
• Manage multiple priorities.
• Manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
• Adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence.
• Communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

Materials and Equipment Operating Knowledge

• Personal computers, peripherals, and media equipment
• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, and/or other software packages
• Typical educational/instructional technology equipment and programs
• Typical office equipment

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions described below 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.