North Valley High School - School Counselor

Position: North Valley High School - School Counselor (2026-2027)
Three Rivers School District is hiring for the following licensed position for the 2026-27 school year:

North Valley High School

High School Counselor

Permanent

FTE: 1.0

Valid Oregon School Counselor License is required.

Bilingual and biliterate candidates are encouraged to apply.

Salary: $46,781.33-$91,302.64

Application materials will be accepted online until filled.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A valid State of Oregon Counseling License issued by TSPC appropriate for the position with the correct endorsement.

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

The ability to follow oral and written directions.

The ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents and school personnel from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Proficient oral and written communication skills in at least one language, two languages preferred but not required.

Proficient in the use of computer and internet based applications, including but not limited to email and Google applications.

Ability to learn new systems as they are brought online by the District.

Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff and district patrons.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment.

Annually pass the District's required online training, CPR/First Aid, and other training provided by the District.

Maintain current licenses and certifications required for the position.

Follow and maintain knowledge of all applicable District policies and procedures; follow and maintain knowledge of all current state and federal laws or administrative rules pertaining to public school teachers.

Build relationships.

Develop and maintain a classroom environment conducive to effective learning; promotes high levels of achievement in relation to individual student abilities.

Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students; assists in the selection of curriculum, equipment and other instructional materials.

Designs and implements appropriate instruction of subject assigned in accordance with students, District curriculum and state standards.

Organize instruction using learning objectives and clearly defined student outcomes.

Selects teaching strategies that emphasize student involvement and engagement.

Develop clear classroom behavioral expectations.

Prepares report cards and progress reports; conferences with students, parents/guardians and other staff members; maintains open lines of communication.

Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, curriculum and instructional methods (example: PLC, Site Council).

Takes all responsible precautions to provide for the health and safety of students and to protect equipment, materials and facilities.

Participates in District provided professional development.

Attends work regularly and is punctual.

Attends staff meetings and substitutes for others as needed

School Counselor:

• The School Counselor develops and maintains a comprehensive school counseling program in line with ODE standards.
• Facilitates communication between students, parents and staff.
• Utilizes data to develop comprehensive programs that meet students needs.
• Clarify academic, social/emotional and career goals and move toward appropriate solutions and plans.
• Provide immediate responsive services for students in crisis.
• Participates in referral and follow up processes as needed.
• Facilitate student development of habits, attitudes and skills needed to be successful postsecondary.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May supervise and direct the work of educational assistants and/or teacher aides. All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; stand; sit; use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus, depth perception and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment is standard classroom and stage settings. The noise level in the work environment is…