26/27 Counselor Pool - Secondary

26/27 Counselor Pool - Secondary JobID: 1575 Position Type: Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor Date Posted: 3/19/2026 Location: District Wide

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Job Title: 26/27 Counselor Pool - Secondary Reports to: Principal

Qualifications:

• Valid teacher certification
• Masters Degree in Counseling and Texas School Counseling Certification

Special Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff.
• Knowledgeable about college admission and testing requirements.
• Knowledgeable about Financial Aid, including FAFSA and TAFSA.
• Knowledgeable of Career and Military preparation.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use the districts student management systems and technology platforms.

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Counseling and Guidance

• Coordinate campus Financial Aid initiatives, including parents nights and FAFSA completion assistance and tracking.
• Coordinate Spring Campus Decision Day to showcase senior students and their postsecondary or military plans.
• Assist with the development of campus CCMR documents and tracking.
• Assist teachers in the delivery of CCMR-related curriculum.
• Guide individuals and groups of students to develop education plans and support career awareness.
• Educate the school staff, parents, and community about CCMR Readiness.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records.
• Attend professional development related to CCMR.
• Plan school guidance activities to ensure that they meet the identified needs, priorities, and district objectives.
• Track college acceptances.
• Manage scholarships: including posting, advertising, assisting students with applications, and tracking.
• Serve as the point of contact for college and university representatives for campus visits and college fairs.
• Serve as the point of contact for community workforce members for career fair and campus visits.
• Organize and plan college and career experiences for students.
• Assist with the development of a campus CCMR Educational Program for grades 9-12.
• Plan and provide college and career based enrichments and support programs.
• Coordinate CCMR PEIMS Data Entry Consultation.
• Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with 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 community resources.

Programmatic and Assessment Responsibilities

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, SBOE, and board policy.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Administer and interpret result of Interest Inventories and CCMR-related assessments.

School Climate

• Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and the community.
• Demonstrate high expectations for students.
• Work collaboratively with others to support the district vision, mission, and goals.
• Work collaboratively with administrators as a part of the campus leadership team.
• Maintain a professional workspace.

Policy, Reports, and Law

• Support the goals and objectives of the district, campus, and counseling department.
• Adhere to state and district standards, policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Follow current professional standards of competence and practice.
• Follow ethical standards for school counselors, including confidentiality.

Other

• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

Other Information: The District contributes $330 monthly to the cost of the employee-only health insurance, which is $105 more than the state-required amount of $225/month. All employees in this position receive free treatment at any Next Level Urgent Care.

Position Type: Full-Time Contract/Days: 11-month/202 days (JH) 207 days (HS) Pay Grade: 103 Midpoint: $82,711 (JH) $84,758 (HS) Salary determined by job-like experience.