At-Risk Counselor (Title-Funded) - Middle- School Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated Vacancies)

Qualifications/Skills

• Master's degree in guidance counseling.
• Valid Texas counseling certificate or counseling certificate from out of state appropriate for position.
• 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.
• Bilingual preferred.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Guidance: Teach campus developmental guidance curriculum consistent with district's guidance program plan and tailored to campus needs.
• Aid teachers in the teaching of guidance related curriculum.
• Guide individuals and groups of students to develop education plans and career awareness.
• Counsel individual students and small groups with presenting needs and concerns.
• Consult parents, teachers, administrators and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.
• Work with school and community personnel to bring together resources for students.
• Maintain a communication system that effectively collects and disseminates information to other professionals as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other school professionals and representatives of community resources.
• Use an effective referral process to assist students and others to use special programs and services.
• Handle student adjustment issues.
• Meet individually with students struggling with virtual courses.
• Classroom Management and Organization: Create classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Aid in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Compile, maintain and file all physical and computerized reports, records and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Equipment Used

• Computer.
• ACTIV Board.
• Copy machine.
• Audio visual machines.

Working Conditions

• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.
• Physical Demands: Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desk and other classroom equipment.