High School Career Counselor

Denton Independent School District • Denton, TX

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Primary Purpose: Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program at the assigned campus. Counsel students to fully develop each student’s academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special population students. Deliver guidance curriculum in various group sizes. Educate students on the skills necessary to address troublesome circumstances, support students in challenging situations, and assist students with the resources needed to navigate crisis situations.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in school counseling
• Valid Texas School Counselor certification
• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with students, staff, parents, and community partners to support student success
• 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 or guardians, and district staff

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years of teaching experience (preferred)
• Teaching experience at the secondary level (preferred)
• Counseling experience in an educational setting (preferred)
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Guidance Curriculum
• Responsive Services
• Individual Planning
• System Support
• Records and Compliance
• Additional Responsibilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level