Counselor

Primary Purpose:

Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program at assigned campus. Counsel students to fully develop each student’s academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special population students. Deliver guidance curriculum in various group sizes. Educate students of skills necessary to address troublesome circumstances, support students in challenging situations, and assist students with needed resources to navigate crisis situations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Master’s degree in counseling from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas school counselor 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

Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents or guardians, and district staff

Experience

Three years teaching experience

Two years serving as a counselor in an elementary school setting preferred