Counselor-HS

Counselor

Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at the assigned campus. Counsel students to fully develop each student's academic, career, college, military, personal, and social abilities while addressing the needs of special populations and at-risk students. Provide individual and group counseling, academic advising, graduation planning, course scheduling, transcript review, and college and career readiness support in alignment with Texas Education Agency requirements and district goals. Support campus initiatives related to student achievement, CCMR (College, Career, and Military Readiness), STAAR performance, graduation requirements, attendance improvement, social-emotional learning, and the Texas AF Accountability System.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in counseling from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas School Counselor Certificate issued by SBEC
• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, transcript evaluation, and career development
• Knowledge of Texas AF Accountability System, STAAR testing requirements, and academic intervention systems
• Knowledge of course scheduling, four-year planning, credit requirements, and transcript auditing
• Knowledge of responsive services, crisis intervention, mental health supports, and student support systems
• Ability to counsel students individually and in small or large groups
• Ability to present information effectively to students, parents, staff, and community members
• Ability to interpret assessment data and use data to guide student interventions and planning
• Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal, and technology skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional ethics
• Ability to collaborate effectively with campus and district personnel
• Three years creditable experience as a classroom teacher

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Guidance and Counseling
• Academic Planning and Accountability
• Consultation and Coordination
• Assessment and Records
• Program Management and Administration
• Professional Responsibilities
• Other
• Supervisory Responsibilities
• Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors