School Counselor

Job Summary

School Counselor role at Stride, Inc. The position requires a compassionate, culturally responsive, and trauma‑informed approach to counseling. The ideal candidate is bilingual in Spanish and English and passionate about equity, access, and student advocacy.

Location:

Onsite – Dilley, Texas.

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 4:45 PM.

• Provide individual and group counseling to support students’ emotional well‑being, adjustment, and resilience.
• Assist students in developing academic achievement strategies and managing interpersonal relationships.
• Guide students in exploring post‑secondary pathways, including education, employment, and other opportunities.
• Conduct regular check‑ins with students to review academic progress and graduation planning.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to develop and monitor individualized student success plans.
• Review transcripts and academic records to ensure proper placement and progress toward graduation.
• Deliver classroom lessons focused on social‑emotional learning, college and career readiness, and life skills.
• Provide crisis intervention and referrals to external mental health or social services as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between students, families, and school staff, ensuring culturally and linguistically appropriate communication.
• Support compliance with state and federal regulations, including mandated reporting and student confidentiality.
• Participate in school‑wide initiatives, professional development, and student support team meetings.

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field.
• Valid Texas School Counselor Certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in school counseling or student advisement.
• Fluency in both Spanish and English (spoken and written).
• Ability to pass all required background checks and facility clearance protocols.

• Experience working with immigrant, refugee, or underserved student populations.
• Knowledge of trauma‑informed practices and culturally responsive counseling.
• Familiarity with Texas graduation requirements and college/career readiness frameworks.
• Experience in a school setting with high levels of collaboration and adaptability.

• Salary range: $70,000. Eligibility for salary variation based on experience, education, and local market conditions.
• Comprehensive benefits package that may include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

• Full‑time onsite position located at a secure facility.
• Adherence to facility protocols and procedures required.
• Reasonable accommodations available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Education

E‑Learning Providers and Primary and Secondary Education

Stride, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Stride, Inc. complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations. Applicants will not be discriminated against because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.