This is a Regular, full-time Middle School Counseling position that will begin with the 2025/26 school year. The job announcement will remain 'open until filled'.

Application Process:

Current District Regular and Temporary (through June 30, 2025) employees:
Submit your letter of interest in TalentEd/Recruit & Hire. Outline your qualifications for this position.

External Applicants (including Substitutes and District Athletic Coaches)

Submit an electronic application through TalentEd/Recruit & Hire (link on District website or click here: https://hoodriver.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx)

Include with your electronic application:

• A letter of interest to Rolland Hayden - Principal
• Current resume
• Three (3) recent letters of reference
• Copy of TSPC School Counselor License or proof of license eligibility
• Official college transcripts will be required upon hire

Job Purpose Statement: The job of "Counselor - Middle School" is done for the purpose of providing information on students’ functioning and recommendations regarding their successful transition to high school; developing plans and providing information regarding students’ goals; and securing appropriate placement of students. The duties of this position will be coordinated with our other school counselor.

Essential Job Functions:

• Advises students, parents and guardians for the purpose of providing information on students’ progress and/or recommendations regarding their successful transition to high school.
• Coordinates with teachers, resource specialists and/or community (e.g. courts, child protective services, etc.) for the purpose of providing requested information, gaining needed information and/or making recommendations. Counsels students, parents, and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
• Monitors student records for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students’ goals.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. observations, progress, contacts with parents, teachers, outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations and/or conveying information.
• Presents information on various topics (e.g. behavior management, etc.) for the purpose of providing required information and/or advice.
• Schedules student classes for the purpose of securing appropriate placement.
• Administers various proficiency tests for the purpose of assisting in determining student's placement and/or eligibility for potential course of study.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Maintain accurate, complete and confidential records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance at work and work activities and is punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings and following schedule.
• Participates in various extracurricular school and/or community activities for the purpose of providing supervision and/or representing school at such events.
• Supervises assigned programs (e.g., peer counseling, special education, ESL, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring performance and achieving overall curriculum objectives.
• Assist school staff and administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct, reinforce individual schools’ plans for positive behavior support, and utilize effective, proactive behavior management skills in all school settings.
• Skills to communicate effectively, problem solve.
• Knowledge of curriculum, education code, district policies, problem solving methodology.

Other Job Functions:

• Perform duties in a courteous and efficient manner that builds the confidence of staff, students and the public in the Hood River County School District and enhances learning.
• Observe laws, district policies and procedures, and professional standards for this position.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with diverse student, parent and community populations
• Carry out work responsibilities with strong organizational skills, effectively under pressure of deadlines, difficult situations, interruptions, and new or emergency conditions.
• Respect confidential information and the privacy of students, staff and parents.
• Collect, record, store, retrieve, assimilate, organize and utilize information and records electronically and by using traditional methods.
• Develop job skills necessary to meet changes in the position.
• Maintain personal appearance and hygiene appropriate to the position as defined by the district.
• Meet applicable district physical ability/health and safety guidelines for the position.

Essential Job Requirements:

Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:

• Skills to communicate effectively, problem solve.
• Knowledge of curriculum, education code, district policies, problem solving methodology.
• Abilities to sit for prolonged periods, maintain and verify completeness of records, meet schedules and deadlines, communicate in English and Spanish with persons of varied cultural and educational backgrounds, communicate in oral and written form. Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near visual acuity/visual accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possess a valid Oregon TSPC Personnel Services - School Counselor License, or have the ability to readily obtain prior to the start of the contract; or be eligible for a Certificate of Authorization from the Oregon Department of Education as a Child Development Specialist.
• Experience with AVID, PBIS, MTSS and working with multilingual learners.
• Excellent communication skills and work ethic.
• Collaborative and student-focused.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and work well with fellow staff members.
• Bilingual abilities in English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Licenses Required

• Valid Oregon Teaching License with a valid Oregon TSPC Personnel Services - School Counselor License, or have the ability to readily obtain prior to the start of the contract.

Testing/Background Check Required

Any offer of employment made by Hood River County School District to an external candidate is contingent upon satisfactory results of:

• Drug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812. This includes, but is not limited to, marijuana, mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens, amphetamines, barbiturates, or any other illegal drug or controlled substance, except those federally recognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed.
• Nationwide criminal history verification - a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment.

HOOD RIVER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Hood River County School District at 541/387-5016 for additional information or assistance. Speech or hearing impaired persons may contact Hood River County School District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1-800-735-2900.