School Counselor - Substitute - General Interest

About the role

Campus Principal - Varies
Actual salary will be calculated based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist school faculty and staff with the guidance and counseling program at school assigned.
• Maintain compliance with District policies.
• 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 identified needs and concerns.
• Consult with 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.
• Collaborate with staff to compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
• Affirmatively review student records as needed to determine whether or not students have completed the grade or graduation requirements needed.
• Affirmatively plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that they meet identified needs, priorities, and program objectives.
• Support a comprehensive and balanced program.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in guidance and counseling area.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional, and responsible.
• Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.

Requirements

Education/Certification:

• Master’s Degree in Counseling or School Counseling preferred
• Valid Texas counseling certification or eligibility for certification

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of a comprehensive counseling program as defined by American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Experience

• Minimum Of Two Years Of Teaching Experience Preferred

Benefits

Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.

Pay

Actual salary will be calculated based on experience.

Schedule

Occasional districtwide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.