Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:BOULDER

Department: Summer School

Position Title:  Counselor-Summer Learning

Position Start Date:  May 28, 2025

Position Type: Teachers-Licensed

Work Schedule: 05/25/2025 - 06/26/2025

Stipend:* $5,890.00 (This is based on working 125 hours including the 2 PD days)

Closing Date:  March 11, 2025

Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD

*ONLY BVSD INTERNAL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED*

Summary:

The 2025 Summer Learning Program will provide eligible rising Kindergarten through 9th grade students intervention in reading and math, pre teaching of Science/Social Studies units, SEL, and specials. The program will run FULL DAYS for 7 hours Monday through Thursday, from June 2nd through June 26th, 2025. (There are no classes on Thursday, June 19th). All Summer Summit staff must be available for the entirety of Summer Summit programming as well as required training dates on 5/28 and 5/29 in order to be considered. PTO is not available during the summer.

A BVSD teacher demonstrates a strong knowledge of the curriculum and content area while positively impacting student achievement through innovative instructional strategies and effectively managing the learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate academic, personal and social counseling.
• Outreach to staff, families and community members.
• Assist with student registration, enrollment and scheduling activities.
• Assist students and families with district/school practices and policies in regards to attendance, graduation requirements, grades, credits, discipline, etc.
• Values student diversity and support the unique learning needs of each individual student.
• Exhibits a growth mindset through participation in high quality professional learning.
• Works collaboratively with colleagues, families and community.
• Builds positive relationships and communicate effectively with families.
• Uses inclusive and differentiated instructional practices to support all students.
• Demonstrates a level of technology proficiency that enhances student learning.
• Contributes to a positive, child centered school culture.
• Follows State legal requirements and District policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with a School Counselor endorsement (must upload license or in process documentation to application). Interim school counselor authorization will also be considered.
• Completed and submitted BVSD online application.

Preferred:

• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Experience with school wide adviser/advisee programs.
• Experience with a comprehensive career guidance program Substance and other intervention and prevention experience.
• Ability to manage, analyze, interpret and utilize data.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Experience with various educational settings including Advance Placement and/or International Baccalaureate, vocational education and alternative schools.
• Ability to organize and facilitate major tasks and events.
• Familiar with the American School Counseling Associate standards.

Salary Information:

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended. 

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html