Plan for postsecondary options (enroll in education, enlist in military option, employ in work force)
Apply academic achievement strategies
Manage emotions and apply interpersonal skill
Focus students and families on college and career readiness
Meet quarterly with all students on caseload to review graduation plan and post-secondary options
Deliver classroom instruction based on student success standards
Review transcripts and other academic documentation for new and returning students
Work collaboratively with teaching staff to develop a four (4) year graduation plan and audit student schedules for candidacy for graduation
Assist students in course placement including recommendations on Advanced Placement (AP) and pathways to challenge and enrich student learning opportunities
Analyze student data and develop data-driven programs for intervention action plans
Provide short-term counseling to students and referrals for long-term support, as necessary
Provide a support system that strengthens the efforts of teachers, staff, and parents
Support standardized testing program, parent education, and staff development
Advocate for students at individual education plan meetings and other student-focused meetings, as necessary
Act as a change agent to improve equity and access, achievement and opportunities for all students
Travel up to 20% for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and/or as required by the school
Requirements
Texas Department of Education School Counselor Certification Required
Residency Requirements: TEXAS
Bachelor's degree
Three (3) years of experience in counseling and/or advisement
School Counselor License
Ability to clear required background check
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Web-based search engines, and database systems
Flexible schedule; Ability to travel as needed (up to 20%)
Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week
Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 8am-5pm Central Time
Master’s degree in school counseling
Experience with distance learning
Advanced coursework in counseling and administration
Experience as a teacher (desired)
Experience in a customer service environment (desired)
Experience with Local, State, and Federal laws and mandated reporting
Experience in a charter school environment (preferred)
Experience with state career planning systems, Pathfinder, or other career planning platforms/tools