2025-26 Counselor CTE Specialist - Career Tech Center

Information specific to this position: For the 2025-26 school year, start date to be determined and will be announced when the 2025-26 calendars have been approved.

Percentage: 100%

Work calendar days: 188

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk-in clinic, as well as other optional benefit elections. 

Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $54,329 - $81,728 annually (based on a 100% assignment starting in August 2025). 

 *These pay rates are based on the 2024-25 school year rates and will be updated when approved during the negotiations process around May 2025 for the 2025-26 school year*

This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position and if selected, will retain contract status. 

 
Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement.

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SUMMARY:

 Responsible for recruiting and supporting Career Tech Center students. Provide guidance for students in the areas of academic success, career and college readiness, and social/emotional development. Serve as a resource for students, families, staff, and community. Deliver services within the framework of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Mindsets and Behaviors for Student Success.

JOB TASKS:

 1. Plan, organize, and deliver a data-driven, comprehensive, and developmentally appropriate school counseling program to all students based on the ASCA National Model. 

2. Support students in creating and implementing Capstone Projects including career research, exploration, and education options. 

3. Collaborate on the ongoing development of Career Tech Center programming and pathways. 

4. Support student transitional activities including Career Tech Center recruitment, registration, and scheduling in coordination with counselors at comprehensive and non-traditional high schools. 

5. Connect students to interest/passion career opportunities and coordinate learning opportunities for students on-and-off campus. Assist students and families with educational and/or career planning. 

6. Provide leadership and expertise in creating and sustaining a positive school culture and climate that integrates diverse backgrounds, strengths, and needs. 

7. Facilitate problem-solving skills and conflict resolution. Respond to student crisis situations and report or refer to appropriate professionals or agencies. 

8. Engage students in the educational and career decision-making process through opportunities at the Career Tech Center that are relevant and personal.

9. Collaborate: a. With administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and community partners regarding student needs and concerns. b. With administrators, parents/guardians, staff, and students to develop and implement academic and/or behavior plans and interventions. 

10. Demonstrate a commitment to: a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity. b. Include and engage families in the student’s education. c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations. d. Provide personal and professional excellence. 

11. Participate in: a. Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions. b. Student and/or family conferences and other meetings. c. Social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities. d. Professional growth opportunities. 

12. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner. 

13. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

 • Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field and special service provider licensure program required. 

• Experience working with students in a school setting required. 

• Experience counseling students in a school setting preferred

• Criminal background check required for hire. 

• Valid US driver’s license. 

• Valid Colorado Special Services license with School Counselor or related endorsement required. 

• CDE CTE Specialist Credential or ability to receive the credential. 

• CPR and First Aid certifications encouraged.

Questions regarding this posting can be directed to talent@psdschools.org