Vanguard Classical School
Location
Aurora, Colorado
The High School Counselor guides students through academic planning, graduation requirements, and post-secondary transitions to college, trade school, or the military. They also provide individual and group counseling to support students' social-emotional development and academic success.
Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in School Counseling/Guidance and meet state certification and licensure standards. A minimum of one year of school counseling experience is required.
The role of a school counselor entails performing various functions to aid student success: Assist students with course selection, credit recovery, GPA tracking, and ensure they meet all high school graduation requirements. Act as a liaison between military, career, and collegiate recruiters. Act a facilitator to support area college visits and tours Guide students through post-secondary planning, including trade schools, military options, and 4-year university tracks. Help with interest inventories, college searches, financial aid (FAFSA), and writing recommendation letters. Assist students in understanding and overcoming academic problems. Counseling and educating students individually, and in groups in the areas of course selections and their impacts.. Provide group or individual counseling to address the college and career needs of students and their families Evaluate students' academic/career plans and assist them in setting realistic goals Consult with families and staff to highlight students' needs and discuss strategies necessary for improved social and academic performance Plan and organize classroom counseling sessions to address career and academic issues among students Develop and implement school counseling programs effective in meeting students' needs for Career and college readiness Prepare students for transition to higher institutions, careers, and colleges Ensure school college and readiness curriculum meets the academic and developmental needs of students Organize seminars to educate students, parents, and staff on college and career readiness Listen to students' concerns and offer recommendations effective in addressing academic or and offer recommendations effective in resolving such issues Guide and support school staff in implementing school advisory programs Assist students in writing applications for scholarships, college, and jobs. Concurrent Enrollment Coordinator Responsible for the development of student schedules and transcript adjustments Support K-12 Principal in the development of master schedules for high school. Maintain and execute the highest level of confidentiality according to FERPA Laws. Maintain and execute the role as a Mandatory Reporter as required by law.
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act, you will be required to provide documented evidence of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Please bring appropriate documentation with you to your New Hire Orientation. Federal Law states that the Charter School may not permit you to work more than three days without this documentation.
Lastly, please note that your employment offer is contingent upon the successful completion of the required criminal background clearance process, and that the failure to do so will render any offer null and void in its entirety.
Market context
In Colorado, high school counselor openings often reflect ongoing need for student support around academics, scheduling, and postsecondary planning. These roles are competitive because districts typically look for a master’s degree in school counseling, Colorado certification and licensure, and prior school counseling experience. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and tailor your application to student support, college/career guidance, and crisis-response experience.