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JOB TITLE: Counselor WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Principal PAY GRADE: Counselor Salary Schedule
(195 Days- Elementary)
(205 Days- High Schools)
(220 Days- Lead Counselor)
DEPARTMENT: Assigned Campus DATE REVISED: June 2021
PRIMARY PURPOSE: Plan implement and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance and counseling services based on the defined needs of the population served. Provide a guidance and counseling program to assist all students in maximizing personal growth and development.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
Masters Degree
Valid Texas Teaching Certificate
Valid School Counselor Certification
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of counseling procedures/techniques student appraisal and career development
Knowledge of family and peer group dynamics
Excellent organizational communication and interpersonal skills
Minimum Experience:
Two (2) years of teaching experience or school counseling experience as outlined by the Texas State Board of Education for out-of-state candidates.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Program Management:
PLANS IMPLEMENTS AND EVALUATES A COMPREHENSIVE PROGRAM OF GUIDANCE INCLUDING COUNSELING SERVICES
Guidance:
TEACHES THE SCHOOL DEVELOPMENTAL GUIDANCE CURRICULUM
ASSISTS TEACHERS IN THE TEACHING OF GUIDANCE RELATED CURRICULUM
GUIDES INDIVIDUAL AND GROUPS OF STUDENTS THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATIONAL PLANS AND CAREER AWARENESS
COUNSELS INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS WITH PRESENTING NEEDS/CONCERNS.
COUNSELS SMALL GROUPS OF STUDENTS WITH PRESENTING NEEDS/CONCERNS.
USES ACCEPTED THEORIES AND TECHNIQUES APPROPRIATE TO SCHOOL
CONSULTS WITH PARENTS TEACHERS ADMINISTRATORS AND OTHER RELEVANT INDIVIDUALS TO ENHANCE THEIR WORK WITH STUDENTS
COORDINATES WITH SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY PERSONNEL TO BRING TOGETHER RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS
USES EFFECTIVE REFERRAL PROCESS FOR ASSISTING STUDENTS AND OTHERS TO USE SPECIAL PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Assessment:
PARTICIPATES IN THE PLANNING AND EVALUATION OF THE SCHOOL GROUP STANDARDIZED TESTING PROGRAM.
INTERPRETS TEST AND OTHER APPRAISAL RESULTS
Professionalism:
ADHERES TO ETHICAL AND LEGAL STANDARDS
ADHERES TO PROFESSIONAL DISTRICT STANDARDS
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. Frequent in-district and occasional in-state or national travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training wearing personal protective equipment as required reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Full-Time