Counselor, Middle School

McAllen Independent School District•McAllen, TX

4d•$317 - $442

About The Position

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance, including counseling services to assigned school; use a planning process to define needs and priorities of populations served; provide a proactive developmental guidance program for all students to maximize personal growth and development; to promote a positive working relationship, among and between staff and the schools, by establishing a climate conducive to open communication and productive work. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: Master’s Degree, required Texas Counselor’s Certificate, required Texas Teaching Certificate, required Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of counseling procedures; communicate effectively (verbal and written); utilize effective interpersonal skills; possess effective organizational and presentation skills; interpret data, federal and state laws and policies; basic computer skills Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher; high school experience, required MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Plan and implement the school guidance and counseling program to meet identified needs. 2. Provide guidance and counseling to individuals and groups of students related to their personal needs. 3. Provide crisis counseling and/or consultation services. 4. Teach the school developmental guidance curriculum in conjunction with teachers or through individual and/or classroom group activities. 5. Provide academic and career counseling through course advisement and selection. 6. Monitor student progress by guiding students in learning new skills and concepts that have a positive impact on behavior. 7. Consult with parents, administrators, school personnel or students about educational, personal and social needs of students through conferences, phone calls and home visits. 8. Assist administrators, teachers, students and parents in the resolution of conflicts. 9. Collaborate with other school and district staff to administer and interpret testing programs for students. 10. Provide professional development for staff when appropriate. 11. Use an effective referral process to work cooperatively with school, community and resource persons to assist students. 12. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents in a timely and efficient manner. 13. Promote equal access to all career/technical programs and activities based on student career interest and aptitude assessment and ability to succeed in such programs for all students, including students who are members of special populations. 14. Work cooperatively with students, parents and school staff to achieve a positive school climate and community relations. 15. Pursue professional growth by participating in appropriate in-service opportunities and keep abreast of changes and developments in education as reflected in research, literature and best practice. 16. Foster collaborative educational efforts among staff by supporting the district’s philosophy and mission and its commitment to site-based shared decision-making. 17. Keep the principal informed regarding the status of all projects or initiatives undertaken and of directives or requests received internally or externally. 18. Adhere to ethical, legal and district standards. 19. Use appropriate theory and techniques. 20. Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards. 21. Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

Requirements

Master’s Degree, required
Texas Counselor’s Certificate, required
Texas Teaching Certificate, required
Knowledge of counseling procedures
communicate effectively (verbal and written)
utilize effective interpersonal skills
possess effective organizational and presentation skills
interpret data, federal and state laws and policies
basic computer skills
Three (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher
high school experience, required

Responsibilities

Plan and implement the school guidance and counseling program to meet identified needs.
Provide guidance and counseling to individuals and groups of students related to their personal needs.
Provide crisis counseling and/or consultation services.
Teach the school developmental guidance curriculum in conjunction with teachers or through individual and/or classroom group activities.
Provide academic and career counseling through course advisement and selection.
Monitor student progress by guiding students in learning new skills and concepts that have a positive impact on behavior.
Consult with parents, administrators, school personnel or students about educational, personal and social needs of students through conferences, phone calls and home visits.
Assist administrators, teachers, students and parents in the resolution of conflicts.
Collaborate with other school and district staff to administer and interpret testing programs for students.
Provide professional development for staff when appropriate.
Use an effective referral process to work cooperatively with school, community and resource persons to assist students.
Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents in a timely and efficient manner.
Promote equal access to all career/technical programs and activities based on student career interest and aptitude assessment and ability to succeed in such programs for all students, including students who are members of special populations.
Work cooperatively with students, parents and school staff to achieve a positive school climate and community relations.
Pursue professional growth by participating in appropriate in-service opportunities and keep abreast of changes and developments in education as reflected in research, literature and best practice.
Foster collaborative educational efforts among staff by supporting the district’s philosophy and mission and its commitment to site-based shared decision-making.
Keep the principal informed regarding the status of all projects or initiatives undertaken and of directives or requests received internally or externally.
Adhere to ethical, legal and district standards.
Use appropriate theory and techniques.
Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).