Elementary Counselor

Qualifications

• Master's degree in school counseling, counselor education, or a related field
• Valid Texas school counselor certification required; TEA states candidates for the standard school counselor certificate must complete an approved educator preparation program, hold a master's degree, and complete the required exam.
• Texas no longer requires two years of classroom teaching experience for school counselor certification.
• Strong knowledge of comprehensive school counseling practices, including academic support, individual student planning, responsive services, and system support
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work effectively with diverse students, families, staff, and community partners; Strong counseling, communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills; Ability to use student data and technology tools to support student growth and program improvement; Bilingual skills preferred

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• I. COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL COUNSELING PROGRAM
• Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive elementary school counseling program aligned to campus and district priorities.
• Use student data to identify needs, monitor progress, and improve counseling services and student outcomes.
• Develop an annual school counseling plan aligned to campus improvement goals and district priorities.
• Participate in required meetings, professional learning, and continuous improvement activities.
• II. STUDENT SUPPORT AND RESPONSIVE SERVICES
• Provide direct counseling services to individual students and small groups using evidence-based practices.
• Support students experiencing academic, behavioral, social-emotional, or crisis-related challenges.
• Apply crisis response, prevention, and de-escalation strategies as appropriate.
• Support students identified as academically at risk and help close gaps in student achievement.
• Make appropriate school-based and community referrals in accordance with district procedures.
• III. ACADEMIC, COLLEGE, AND CAREER READINESS
• Promote academic success, student goal setting, and age-appropriate college and career awareness.
• Support individual student planning and help students build the habits and skills needed for long-term success.
• Promote awareness of student progression requirements, educational pathways, and future readiness.
• Provide opportunities for academic enrichment and support student readiness for secondary and postsecondary pathways over time.
• IV. FAMILY, STAFF, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and community partners to support student success.
• Maintain strong visibility, accessibility, and communication with students, families, and staff.
• Share relevant information with families and staff using appropriate technology and communication tools.
• Cookordinate with school and district personnel to strengthen student supports and school climate.
• V. Compliance And Professional Responsibilities
• Follow federal and state law, district policies, ethical standards, and student confidentiality requirements.
• Consult with appropriate professionals when legal, ethical, or student welfare questions arise.
• Support safe, orderly, and effective school operations.
• VI. Working Conditions
• Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals. Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). Environment: Works in an office setting; may require occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours. Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.