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Counselor - Elementary
Manor Independent School District Bluebonnet Trail Elementary, Austin, Texas

Job ID: 5488965

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description
This job description complies with the 80 percent requirement for delivery of the Comprehensive School Counseling Program.

Primary Purpose: Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance to school assigned, including counseling services. Provide a proactive, developmental guidance program to encourage all students to maximize personal growth and development.

Qualifications
Education/Certification: A master’s degree in guidance and counseling; Valid Texas counseling certificate.

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.

Experience: Teaching experience preferred.

Essential Job Functions

Teach school developmental guidance curriculum to students.

Help teachers incorporate guidance-related information into existing curriculum.

Provide guidance to individuals and groups of students to develop educational plans and career awareness.

Counseling individuals and small groups about their concerns.

Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.

Work with school personnel and school district residents to obtain resources for students.

Use an effective referral process to help students and others use special programs and services.

Participate in planning and evaluation of campus standardized testing program.

Interpret test and other appraisal results appropriately.

Plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that they meet identified needs.

Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of guidance program and make changes based on findings.

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.

Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in guidance and counseling area.

Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.

Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.

Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.

Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.

Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.

Report to work in a timely manner according to assigned schedule.

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.

Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise assigned counseling aide(s) and clerical employee(s).

Working Conditions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress

Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands

Lifting (15-44 pounds)

Carrying (15-44 pounds)

Sitting

Standing

Bending/Stooping

Kneeling

Pushing/Pulling

Repetitive hand motions

Keyboarding/mouse

Speaking clearly

Hearing

Environmental Factors

Work inside/outside

Exposure to noise

Work prolonged or irregular hours

Position Type
Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $59,136 to $83,328 Per Year

Job Requirements

Master degree preferred.

Contact Information

Charles Rodriguez, Principal

Bluebonnet Trail Elementary

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