Mental Health Professional/Social Worker/School Counselor, Lenski Elementary-Remainder of 2024-25 School Year Only

Mental Health Professional/Social Worker/School Counselor, Lenski Elementary-Remainder of 2024-25 School Year Only

"Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."

Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With about 14,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through
Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a
destination for exceptional educators to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!

Salary is determined by placement on Licensed Salary Schedule according to education and experience.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative relationships with colleagues, students and parents; desire and ability to function as a team member; ability to work with students in whole class and small group settings, knowledge of effective behavior management techniques; knowledge of running effective counseling groups; case management; crisis intervention; effective oral and written communication skills

Education/Certification:
1. Minimum of 60 graduate semester hours for the preparation of school psychologist, counselor or social worker.
2. Hold or be eligible to hold a Colorado Department of Education License.
3. Hold appropriate endorsement(s) as school psychologist, social worker, or counselor.

Experience:
1. Successful completion of internship in school psychology, social work or counseling.
2. Previous teaching experience subject area and/or level desirable.


STARTING SALARY RANGE: (Annual salary schedule based on 1.0 FTE)
Remainder of 2024-25 School Year Only
WORK YEAR: 187 contract days (district educator calendar)
FTE: [1.0]

BENEFIT INFORMATION:
Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://littletonpublicschools.net/employee-benefits