Secondary School Counselor; District Wide

Position: 2025-2026 Secondary School Counselor (District Wide)

Secondary School Counselor (District Wide)

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Posted 1 day ago. Be among the first 25 applicants.

Must be fully certified for the position by 1/1/2026. Open until filled after 5-day required posting.

Primary Purpose

Provide, as a member of the counseling department staff, a comprehensive guidance program to students and specifically provide services to meet the special needs of the assigned caseload; consult with teachers, parents and staff to enhance their effectiveness in helping students educational, social, and personal needs; and provide support to other school educational programs.

Qualifications

• Masters degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas school counselor certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Working knowledge of educational programs and the ability to guide students through the programs
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Excellent communications skills – verbal and written
• Ability to develop a schedule yet maintain flexibility
• Knowledge of principals of developmental guidelines
• 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

Work Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals;
Microsoft Office and various computer programs. Posture:
Prolonged walking, standing and/or sitting; bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion:
Repetitive hand motions including keyboarding and writing; reaching. Lifting:
Lifting and carrying (less than 40 pounds). Environment:
Must be able to work with frequent interruptions and maintain professional demeanor under stress; must be able to work occasionally after regular work hours; some in‑district travel; attend off‑campus activities, meetings, professional development and functions. Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress; ability to problem solve and make sound judgments in a shortened period of time. Regular attendance is an essential function.

Minimum Experience

Three years successful classroom teaching experience as evidenced by performance evaluations.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Consult and counsel with students, teachers, parents, and administrative staff concerning students needs in resolving personal and educational problems.
• Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data.
• Maintain student records as required and protect each students confidentiality.
• Keep accurate documentation and records.
• Serve as liaison between school and community.
• Work with students on an individual basis in the solution of personal problems such as home and family relations, health and emotional adjustment.
• Take an active role in interpreting the special education program to school personnel, parents and community agencies.
• Participate in the total school guidance program.
• Participate in continuing study and staff development activities which will improve professional skills.
• Take an active role in interpreting the schools and districts goals and objectives to students, parents, and the community.
• Counsel individual students and small groups with presenting needs and concerns.
• Use an effective referral process to assist students and others to use special programs and services.
• Develop, implement and teach the district developmental guidance curriculum.
• Collaborate with other school and district staff to design and/or administer testing and appraisal programs for students.
• Abide by State and Federal laws, District policies, campus expectations and Texas Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

Position Details

Position Type:
Full‑time
Salary: $321.58 per day

Job Function and Classification

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Other
Industries:
Primary and Secondary Education

Contact Information

• Tracey Morman, Program Director Guidance, Education Support Center
  Phone:
  Email: tracey.morman

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