2026-2027 Elementary School Counselor

Amarillo ISD•Amarillo, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide a comprehensive guidance program to students, focusing on meeting the special needs of an assigned caseload. This role involves consulting with teachers, parents, and staff to support students' educational, social, and personal development, and contributing to other school educational programs.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an approved Educator Preparation Program for School Counseling and eligible for an emergency permit
Completed 24+ graduate level credit hours in guidance and counseling, meeting the state requirement for emergency permit
Must be fully certified by the 2027-2028 school year
Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
Working knowledge of educational programs and the ability to guide students through the programs
Effective interpersonal skills
Excellent communications skills- verbal, and written
Ability to develop a schedule yet maintain flexibility
Knowledge of principals of developmental guidelines
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff
Prolonged walking, standing and/or sitting; bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Repetitive hand motions including keyboarding and writing; reaching
Lifting and carrying (less than 40 pounds)
Must be able to work with frequent interruptions and maintain professional demeanor under stress
Must be able to work occasionally after regular work hours
Some in-district travel; attend off-campus activities, meetings, professional development and functions
Maintain emotional control under stress
Ability to problem solve and make sound judgments in a shortened period of time
Regular attendance is an essential function.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas school counselor certificate
2 years of successful classroom teaching experience as evidenced by performance evaluations

Responsibilities

Consult and counsel with students, teachers, parents, and administrative staff concerning student needs in resolving personal and educational problems.
Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data.
Maintain student records as required and protect each student’s confidentiality.
Keep accurate documentation and records.
Serve as liaison between school and community.
Work with students on an individual basis in the solution of personal problems such as home and family relations, health and emotional adjustment.
Take an active role in interpreting the special education program to school personnel, parents and community agencies.
Participate in the total school guidance program.
Participate in continuing study and staff development activities which will improve professional skills.
Take an active role in interpreting the school’s and district’s goals and objectives to students, parents, and the community.
Counsel individual students and small groups with presenting needs and concerns.
Use an effective referral process to assist students and others to use special programs and services.
Develop, implement and teach the district developmental guidance curriculum.
Collaborate with other school and district staff to design and/or administer testing and appraisal programs for students.
Abide by State and Federal laws, District policies, campus expectations and Texas Educator Code of Ethics.
Perform such other tasks and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned.