27J Online Academy High School / Middle School, a 27J School located in Brighton, CO, is currently seeking a School Counselor to provide services to students. This is a full-time, or 1.0 FTE, position with benefits.
Responsibilities
Implement the district comprehensive counseling framework.
Develop, manage, and adjust student schedules for grades 612 to meet individual academic needs, course requirements, credit attainment, and graduation requirements.
Support intake meetings and orientations for incoming students and families to facilitate a smooth transition to online learning, establish relationships, identify student needs, and connect students with appropriate resources and supports.
Oversee the development, coordination, review, and implementation of Section 504 plans, including facilitating meetings, coordinating evaluations, collaborating with families and staff, and monitoring the effectiveness of accommodations.
Lead and support student college and career planning through the Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP) program, ensuring students engage in meaningful exploration, goal setting, postsecondary planning, and preparation for life beyond high school.
Identify and respond to the mental health and social-emotional needs of a diverse student population, connecting students and families with appropriate school-based and community resources as needed.
Provide high-quality virtual and in-person counseling services to support students' academic progress, social-emotional development, personal well-being, and overall success in the online learning environment.
Identify students experiencing academic, social-emotional, attendance, engagement, or other barriers to success; collaborate with students, families, teachers, and support staff to develop and implement appropriate interventions.
Communicate effectively, professionally, and compassionately with students, parents and guardians, teachers, administrators, and other stakeholders, particularly when navigating high-needs situations, emotionally charged conversations,



or sensitive student concerns.
Partner with teachers, administrators, special education staff, and other school personnel to coordinate individualized supports, monitor student progress, and promote equitable access to educational opportunities and services.
Monitor student progress toward graduation, including credit accumulation, course completion, and graduation pathway requirements; proactively identify potential barriers and develop plans to support on-time graduation.
Respond appropriately to student crises and safety concerns, following established school and district protocols for risk assessment, reporting, documentation, referral, and follow-up.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential counseling records, student plans, evaluation documentation, and required reports in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and district policies.
Utilize virtual communication tools and online school systems to proactively engage students and families, provide accessible counseling services, and support student connection, participation, and success in a virtual learning workplace.
Participate in school meetings, multidisciplinary team discussions, professional learning, and continuous improvement efforts to strengthen counseling practices and improve student outcomes.
Qualifications
Certification/Licensing as a School Counselor as required by Colorado Department of Education
Master's degree in counseling or psychology
3-5 years experience as an high school counselor preferred
An understanding of standards-based grading
Knowledge of high school students' interests, needs, and abilities with a commitment and dedication to students and education
Ability to work well with others
Ability to meet the emotional and academic needs of all students
Benefits Information
Salary Schedules
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📌 School Counselor- In Person (Melbourne)
🏢 School District 27J
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