Counselor Intern Fall Semester 2026

Douglas County School District

Part-timeCastle Rock, COOn-siteGovernmentPosted 1 week ago

$20.00/hr

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About the Role

This position is specifically for graduate students, specifically in a Masters program or Certificate program for School Counseling to work in a school site counseling program with training that will include individual student planning, responsive services, and systems support that aligns with the National Model.

Responsibilities

Maintain community partnerships to support students and their families
Participate in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills
Customize counseling services to meet individual student and school needs
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Counsel individuals to help them understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting their education
Align the counseling program to school goals (School Improvement Plan)
Deliver counseling services through classroom guidance lessons, small groups and individual counseling
Demonstrate age-appropriate counseling practices that meet academic and personal/social needs

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (Required), Master's Degree: Counseling
Special Service Provider Intern Authorization - Colorado Department of Education

Compensation

Base pay: $20.00/hr

Why this role might be a fit

Douglas County School District (DCSD) offers one of Colorado's best retirement packages: Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) with a 21.4% employer contribution (you only pay 11%). Add 403(b), 457, and 401(k) options for extra savings. Unique perks include free employee lunch at schools and discounted childcare at district facilities. You're joining Colorado's third-largest school district with 67,000+ students across 90 schools.