Counselor (PTA Funded) - Memorial Drive Elementary - School Year 2026-2027

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach campus developmental guidance curriculum consistent with district's guidance program plan and tailor 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.
• Cookinate opportunities for students to recuperate lost credits in an optimal environment, including the possibility of night school, curriculum labs and virtual school.
• Work with teachers to clarify lab classes vs. traditional expectations and procedures.
• Provide teachers with all documentation related to 504 and Special Education accommodations and clarify specific needs of students.
• Focus on freshmen orientation camp.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Aide in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• 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.

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.
• Two years teaching experience.