Counselor

Counselor Kingsville ISD KISD - Kingsville, Texas Job Details Job ID: 5822624 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Salary: $60,174-$73,383 All counselors shall maintain a working knowledge of grade level graduation requirements, description and credit value of courses offered at the high school, and college entrance requirements necessary to properly guide students. Qualifications Valid Texas Counselor Certificate Three (3) years teaching experience Master’s Degree in counseling from an accredited college or university Special Knowledge/Skills Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff Major Responsibilities and Duties Responsible for scheduling individual conferences with each student each year for the purpose of pre-registration and reviewing and making necessary adjustments toward graduation. Provide orientation activities for incoming class. Provide individual and group guidance with regard to personal and school related problems. Provide students with pertinent information on scholarships and financial aid. Interpret standardized test results and assessment data to guide students in individual goal setting and planning. Responsible for planning and organizing Baccalaureate Graduation, Honors and an Awards Assembly, College Night, and Guidance Seminars. Responsible for preparing Course Description Booklet and assisting with computer master scheduling. Responsible for maintaining data processing scheduling and grade reporting through service center. Responsible for assisting in planning and preparation for summer school, as well as serving as summer school counselor. Responsible for supervision of counselor’s secretary, data processing clerk, and office assistants. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. Adhere to legal, ethical, and professional standards for school counselors including current professional standards of competence and practice. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor. Working Conditions Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular district-wide travel to multiple work locations as needed; moderate lifting and carrying. Attend out of town meetings. Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor #J-18808-Ljbffr Kingsville ISD