Job Title: ACE Counselor Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: AP3
Dept./School: ACE Perales Elementary Date Revised: 6/2026
Background:
Perales Elementary will continue its ACE journey during the 2026-2027 school year by building upon the
strong foundation already established through the ACE model. Staff at Perales Elementary will continue
engaging in ongoing professional growth and educational opportunities offered through the program. Students
will continue to benefit from high-quality instruction, strong social-emotional learning programs, and
intentional coursework designed to prepare them for success beyond elementary school
Who We Are Looking For
We are seeking an ACE Counselor who is passionate about accelerating student achievement and committed
to ensuring that every student meets high academic expectations. ACE Counselors believe deeply in the
potential of all students and are driven to close achievement gaps through strong instruction, intentional
relationships, and continuous improvement.
ACE Counselors must be adaptable, resilient, and mission driven. This role is ideal for counselors who are
energized by challenge, committed to teamwork, and motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful
difference for students in a transformative school setting.
Why Join Edgewood ISD
You will be joining a district grounded in community values and focused on student success. Edgewood ISD
is committed to developing strong school leaders through targeted support, high-quality professional
learning, and a focus on continuous improvement. In this role, you will have the opportunity to
lead meaningful outcomes while strengthening trust and partnership with students, families, staff, and the
broader community.
Key Characteristics of an ACE School
All ACE campuses in Edgewood ISD provide extended learning time and enrichment to support students
academically, socially, and emotionally. ACE campuses emphasize strategic staffing, a culture of high
expectations, and additional learning opportunities beyond the regular school day.
Leaders, teachers and staff:
Promote an inspiring college-going culture of high expectations
Demonstrate an unwavering belief that ALL students can and will achieve
Have a pervasive growth mindset for students and adults with a commitment to continuous
improvement
Use high-quality instructional materials and instructional best practices to accelerate learning for all
students, creating faster and more growth for students
Are committed to data driven instruction to diagnose needs, adjust and measure progress
Value and invest in parent and community partnerships
Are fully focused on transformation and establishing a beacon within the community
Primary Purpose:
Work with school faculty and staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and evaluate a
comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at school assigned. Counsel students to fully
develop each student's academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special
population students.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master's degree in Guidance Counseling or related field
Valid Texas counseling certificate
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee
(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Experience:
Two years' teaching experience
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Guidance
- Teach campus developmental guidance curriculum consistent with district's guidance program plan
and tailored to campus needs.
- Assist teachers in the teaching of guidance-related curriculum.
- Guide individuals and groups of students to develop education plans and career awareness.
Counseling
- Counsel individual students and small groups with presenting needs and concerns.
Consultation
- Consult 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.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other school professionals and
representatives of community resources.
- Use an effective referral process to assist students and others to use special programs and services.
Assessment
- Participate in planning and evaluation of campus standardized testing program.
- Interpret tests and other appraisal results appropriately and communicate to school personnel,
students, and their parents.
- Maintain the confidentiality of student assessment.
Program Management
- Plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that they meet identified needs, priorities,
and program objectives.
- Implement a comprehensive and balanced program.
- Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the guidance program and individual activities and
make changes based on findings.
- Educate the school staff, parents, and community about the guidance program through a public
information program.
- Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other
documents.
Administration
- 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.
Professional
- 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.
Other
- Other duties as assigned in the best interest of the school district
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise assigned counseling aide(s) and clerical employee(s).
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing, /pulling, and twisting.
Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students
to control behavior.
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold,
and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.
Edgewood Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for
employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender
identity), age, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis
prohibited by law.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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