Counselor - Student and Academic Support Services (Immediate Opening)

Job Description Revised: 10/1/2026

Position Title: Counselor Job Title: Counselor Function: Academic Support Family: Student Services Reports to: Campus Principal or Department Director

Terms of Employment: ELEMENTARY, MIDDLE SCHOOL, ACADEMY Pay Grade: E17 Minimum Salary: * $57,380 Mid-Point Salary: $69,714

• Salary is determined on directly related experience supported by a service record or experience affidavit. For more information on our pay policy, please refer to the Compensation Resource Manual. Annualized pay may be pro-rated based on actual start date. Minimum Work Days: 190 Type of Assignment: Full-Time; Exempt Contract Type: Probationary Educator Funding Source: This position is grant funded.

Job Scope

Uses significant independent judgment and familiarity of the field to perform work. May be responsible for administration of various moderate and high complexity departmental programs and may be the lead a group of employees. May develop policies and procedures and oversee the implementation and execution of them.

Position Summary

To provide appropriate counseling services to students and their families to support the student's emotional well- being and enhance learning readiness. This includes facilitating communication regarding students' academic, emotional, and social concerns, mediating conflicts between students and teachers, and strengthening parent - teacher relationships. Additionally, the role involves assisting with college and career readiness activities, referring students to mental health professionals when necessary, and making recommendations to academic committees to improve learning outcomes.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Apply extensive expertise in student counseling to design, plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program for the campus.
2. Guide and support students in achieving their academic, personal, social, and emotional growth while addressing the unique needs of diverse student populations.
3. Utilize proven student counseling methods to provide individual and group counseling, addressing barriers to learning. Implement strategies to prevent school dropout and, when necessary, conduct mental health assessments as outlined in SAISD administrative procedures. Develop individualized treatment plans as appropriate and facilitate counseling sessions to promote students' academic and personal success.
4. Assist students in assessing their aptitudes and abilities by interpreting standardized test scores and other relevant data. Collaborate with students and parents to develop educational and career plans based on these evaluations.
5. Support students and families in making critical life decisions, including career selection, post- secondary education, and career assessments. Develop, plan, and implement programs and events that help

Job Description Revised: 10/1/2026 students navigate these choices, such as guest speaker sessions and field trips to schools, colleges, businesses, and industries. Additionally, assist in coordinating the campus's annual C areer Day programs for students.

6. Maintains open communication with administration, faculty, and parents to better meet the needs of each student.
7. Inform students and parents about college entrance requirements, including admissions, ACT, SAT, TSIA, and more. Help students realistically assess their academic records and abilities in relation to the specific requirements of their chosen colleges. Assist senior students throughout the college application process, including financial aid applications and the use of college readiness platforms as needed.
8. Ensure all counseling activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations while adhering to confidentiality laws and ethical standards.
9. Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in Counseling from an accredited college or university .
• Valid certification as Texas School Counselor
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of teaching experience
• 5+ years progressive experience counseling.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal and career development .
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy.
• Proven ability to create and maintain a positive office environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Frequent exposure to temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines and prolonged or irregular hours; Frequent walking, standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushing; Occasional: Lifting and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally, more than 45 pounds infrequently with

Job Description Revised: 10/1/2026 assistance; Pushing/pulling 10-35 pounds sporadically; May be required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraint of students in danger of causing harm to themselves or others; Frequent districtwide and occasional statewide travel.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

• None

San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance, immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs, services, and District business functions.

Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non -discrimination policies can be found within SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.

San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión, origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos, servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito.

La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD, disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.

Employee Signature: __ Date: _____