Job Description
JobID: 9704 Position Type: Secondary Positions/6th - 8th Grade Date Posted: 5/8/2026 Location: Manvel Junior High Date Available: 26-27 School Year Primary Purpose/Role: The primary responsibility of a school counselor is to counsel and advocate for all students to fully develop their personal, social, academic, and career abilities. A school counselor works alongside school faculty/staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at the assigned school. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master's degree in Counseling Valid Texas school counseling certificate Minimum three years of creditable years of teaching experience Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of school counseling procedures, social/emotional learning, student academic and career development. Child behavior management and emotional regulation techniques. Other Skills and Abilities Required: Maintain positive and professional communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal) Maintain professional and emotional composure Promote a positive, caring environment Work with and respond consistently and equitably to all personnel, students, and parents/guardians Communicate and support expectations that are consistent with district counseling program objectives Interpret policies and procedures Salary: AP PG 5 / 198 days Starting: $70,340