State of Colorado
School Counselor (School for the Blind)
State of Colorado, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Commitment
CSDB is a Deaf and Blind‑led academy where language, leadership, and learning converge to generate agency. Grounded in lived experience, students develop presence, purpose, and wayfinding in a space built for growth, pride, and authenticity.
Aspiration CSDB builds generations of thinkers, makers, and leaders who set new standards and transform the world.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES This position reports to the Director of Special Education and is responsible for participating in the development and support of students by providing counseling and guidance‑related activities to students who are Blind/Visually Impaired and their families.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Serves as a school counselor for students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.
Provides counseling individually and in groups; monitors academic and personal growth; offers crisis intervention; contributes to diagnostics with developmental history, family information, and adaptive behavior.
Demonstrates knowledge/skill in task analysis, assessment, behavior management, organization/planning, current technology practices, curriculum development, parent relations, and teamwork.
Manages all ICAP requirements, transcript updates, and credit monitoring to keep students on track for graduation.
Coordinates SAT/ACT preparation, including scheduling, test readiness supports, and communication with students and families.
Assists in schoolwide climate and culture efforts, including Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
Serves as a resource to parents, students, staff, and community agencies.
Consults with parents and school staff regarding students’ social, emotional, behavioral, and educational needs.
Provides support and guidance to the residential program and contributes to the rotation of on‑call services when needed.
Participates in the development and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
Consults with and acts as a liaison between CSDB and other agencies as needed (e.g., school district mental health personnel).
Assists with planning and implementation of schoolwide programs related to mental health, counseling, social‑emotional learning, and prevention.
Participates in activities related to professional development and provides training/workshops as appropriate, including presentation of information to CSDB / LEA staff and parents as requested.
Coordinates effectively with other staff in providing student support services, supporting school reform and strategic planning, and positively contributing to co‑curricular activities.
Works closely with the School for the Blind School Psychologist to coordinate services for social‑emotional development and support for students.
Acts as a contributing, collaborative member of the CSDB Mental Health Team.
Collaborates with the Mainstream Coordinator to plan student mainstream programming and ensure students’ accessibility needs are met in mainstream classrooms.
Positively serves as a team member of the Student Services team and the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) as a whole; participates in regular team and departmental meetings, Professional Learning Community meetings, and school and instructional meetings as required.
Provides parent consultation and participates in selected parent‑focused activities.
Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree
in School Counseling, School Social Work, or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
Licensure
in Colorado as a Special Service Provider, School Counselor, or School Social Worker; must achieve a passing score on the Colorado state‑approved content assessment.
Experience
working with and providing counseling to students in a school setting and their families.
Preferred: Experience working with students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.
Proficiency in, or commitment to work toward and complete, the Basic Emergency Communication Course in American Sign Language.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of counseling techniques and interventions for students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.
Knowledge of accessibility needs of students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.
Ability to assess and apply technology; effectively utilize computer software applications, including email, internet, word processing, electronic calendars, presentation development, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff, including Deaf, hard‑of‑hearing, and hearing, using a variety of communication modes.
Ability to respond positively to feedback.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and participate effectively in a team setting.
Strong, positive interpersonal skills.
Organizational Relationships
Reports to and is evaluated by the Director of Special Education.
Terms of Employment
Full‑time; scheduled to work the standard number of days in the academic year (195 days).
Annual base salary shall be established pursuant to the Teacher Salary Schedule.
Employment is at‑will, with no actual, expressed, or implied contract.
Effective Date
January 12, 2026
Working Conditions / Physical Demands
Work is performed in a typical school office environment and involves mostly sedentary to light physical activity, typically requiring exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.
Duties may require climbing stairs, bending, reaching, handling objects, and using fingers to operate a computer and/or keyboard.
Work requires the expression or exchange of ideas and the ability to receive detailed information.
Work requires the ability to compare, compile, analyze, and coordinate data/information; instruct or train others; and utilize effective interpersonal skills and behaviors.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Communication
Communication relative to this position will occur primarily via e‑mail correspondence.
How To Apply Submit a complete online application to careers.colorado.gov. Include the following items with the application:
A copy of a current, valid State of Colorado Driver’s License.
Current Resume (resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application).
Applicants are invited to provide additional supporting documentation (official transcripts and/or other documentation) to verify education and qualifications. Applications must specifically address the minimum qualifications. Applications will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist.
Benefits
Medical and Dental plans.
Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre‑tax 401K and 457 plans.
Paid life insurance.
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
Employee Wellness programs.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Savings Accounts.
11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave.
Flexible work schedule options and remote‑work options.
Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system.
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Aspiration CSDB builds generations of thinkers, makers, and leaders who set new standards and transform the world.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES This position reports to the Director of Special Education and is responsible for participating in the development and support of students by providing counseling and guidance‑related activities to students who are Blind/Visually Impaired and their families.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Serves as a school counselor for students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.
Provides counseling individually and in groups; monitors academic and personal growth; offers crisis intervention; contributes to diagnostics with developmental history, family information, and adaptive behavior.
Demonstrates knowledge/skill in task analysis, assessment, behavior management, organization/planning, current technology practices, curriculum development, parent relations, and teamwork.
Manages all ICAP requirements, transcript updates, and credit monitoring to keep students on track for graduation.
Coordinates SAT/ACT preparation, including scheduling, test readiness supports, and communication with students and families.
Assists in schoolwide climate and culture efforts, including Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS).
Serves as a resource to parents, students, staff, and community agencies.
Consults with parents and school staff regarding students’ social, emotional, behavioral, and educational needs.
Provides support and guidance to the residential program and contributes to the rotation of on‑call services when needed.
Participates in the development and monitoring of Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
Consults with and acts as a liaison between CSDB and other agencies as needed (e.g., school district mental health personnel).
Assists with planning and implementation of schoolwide programs related to mental health, counseling, social‑emotional learning, and prevention.
Participates in activities related to professional development and provides training/workshops as appropriate, including presentation of information to CSDB / LEA staff and parents as requested.
Coordinates effectively with other staff in providing student support services, supporting school reform and strategic planning, and positively contributing to co‑curricular activities.
Works closely with the School for the Blind School Psychologist to coordinate services for social‑emotional development and support for students.
Acts as a contributing, collaborative member of the CSDB Mental Health Team.
Collaborates with the Mainstream Coordinator to plan student mainstream programming and ensure students’ accessibility needs are met in mainstream classrooms.
Positively serves as a team member of the Student Services team and the Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind (CSDB) as a whole; participates in regular team and departmental meetings, Professional Learning Community meetings, and school and instructional meetings as required.
Provides parent consultation and participates in selected parent‑focused activities.
Performs other appropriate duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree
in School Counseling, School Social Work, or a related field from a regionally accredited college or university.
Licensure
in Colorado as a Special Service Provider, School Counselor, or School Social Worker; must achieve a passing score on the Colorado state‑approved content assessment.
Experience
working with and providing counseling to students in a school setting and their families.
Preferred: Experience working with students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.
Proficiency in, or commitment to work toward and complete, the Basic Emergency Communication Course in American Sign Language.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of counseling techniques and interventions for students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.
Knowledge of accessibility needs of students who are Blind/Visually Impaired.
Ability to assess and apply technology; effectively utilize computer software applications, including email, internet, word processing, electronic calendars, presentation development, spreadsheets, and databases.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff, including Deaf, hard‑of‑hearing, and hearing, using a variety of communication modes.
Ability to respond positively to feedback.
Ability to work cooperatively with others and participate effectively in a team setting.
Strong, positive interpersonal skills.
Organizational Relationships
Reports to and is evaluated by the Director of Special Education.
Terms of Employment
Full‑time; scheduled to work the standard number of days in the academic year (195 days).
Annual base salary shall be established pursuant to the Teacher Salary Schedule.
Employment is at‑will, with no actual, expressed, or implied contract.
Effective Date
January 12, 2026
Working Conditions / Physical Demands
Work is performed in a typical school office environment and involves mostly sedentary to light physical activity, typically requiring exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally.
Duties may require climbing stairs, bending, reaching, handling objects, and using fingers to operate a computer and/or keyboard.
Work requires the expression or exchange of ideas and the ability to receive detailed information.
Work requires the ability to compare, compile, analyze, and coordinate data/information; instruct or train others; and utilize effective interpersonal skills and behaviors.
FLSA Status
Exempt
Communication
Communication relative to this position will occur primarily via e‑mail correspondence.
How To Apply Submit a complete online application to careers.colorado.gov. Include the following items with the application:
A copy of a current, valid State of Colorado Driver’s License.
Current Resume (resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application).
Applicants are invited to provide additional supporting documentation (official transcripts and/or other documentation) to verify education and qualifications. Applications must specifically address the minimum qualifications. Applications will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist.
Benefits
Medical and Dental plans.
Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre‑tax 401K and 457 plans.
Paid life insurance.
Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
Employee Wellness programs.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Health Savings Accounts.
11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave.
Flexible work schedule options and remote‑work options.
Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system.
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