Lead Counselor, Middle School *INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY*

Job Title: Lead Counselor, Middle School

Reports to: Director for Counseling Services

Dept.: Assigned Campus

Exemption Status: Exempt

Pay Scale: AP2

Calendar: 207

Primary Purpose: Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance to the assigned schools. Supervise a proactive developmental guidance program to encourage all students to maximize personal growth and development. Serve as a leader to assist in coordinating academic information and all counseling services.

Qualifications:

• Three years of elementary teaching experience (preferred)

Education/Certification:

• Master's degree in school counseling
• Valid Texas School Counselor Certification

Experience:

• Has a minimum of 3 years elementary counseling experience

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Knowledge of appropriate counselor interventions for student achievement and behavior
• Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff
• Knowledge of district guidelines pertinent to counseling services
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Willingness to serve in a leadership capacity, coordinating the work of colleagues
• Well organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks on time
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Performs all the duties described as a regular School Counselor, AND
• Work side-by-side with campus and district administrators in evaluating student data in order for the counseling department to support ALL students in scholastic success; behavior and emotional support that may be a barrier with a positive school experience; and guide students in planning for college and career readiness.
• Monitors and evaluates all Elementary campus data to determine appropriate support that the counseling department can provide to boost areas applicable to the counselor's responsibilities and roles.
• Coordinates the monitoring of students experiencing truancy, failures, and behavioral issues and work with the counseling team to develop a plan of intervention
• Works with the Director for Counseling Services and serve as a liaison for counselors in duties, training, and communication from campus to district
• Performs as a student advocate, leader, collaborator, and systems change agent
• Communicates Elementary campus challenges and works towards solutions
• Assist with coordinating the activities of the counseling department, including scheduling school day and evening events for communicating important information to students and parents
• Works with all Elementary counselors to coordinate the transition activities of students from elementary to middle school in collaboration with the middle school counselors
• Provide support and coordinates the transition activities of students enrolled in DAEP
• Stays abreast of current legislative changes and implementation
• Advocate for a school environment that acknowledges and respects diversity and positive school climate
• Pursue professional development activities that align with district goals and initiatives and current professional research.
• Other related duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: As assigned by Campus Principal/Director for Counseling Services

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Tools/Equipment Used: computer, printer; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside, may work outside. Work must be performed on site.

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Employee: Date Reviewed by: Date

Little Elm ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the District does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Little Elm no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo por razón de raza, color, religión, sexo, nacionalidad, edad, incapacidad, estatus militar, información genética o de cualquier otra razón prohibida por ley. Además, el distrito escolar no discrimina a ningún empleado o candidato a empleo que actúe oponiéndose a ese tipo de discriminaciones o que participe en la investigación de una queja relacionada con alguna práctica discriminatoria en la contratación. La toma de decisiones respecto a una contratación se hará en función de las calificaciones, experiencia y habilidades del candidato.