Job Description
Job Title: Counselor, High School (26-27) Reports to: Principal Dept/School: Assigned Campus Pay Grade: Professional/Administration PG 3 Wage/Status: Exempt Days: 207 Primary Purpose Work with school faculty and staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at school assigned. Counsel students to fully develop each student's academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special population students. 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: Two years teaching experience 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 evaluati