Position Type:
Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor
Date Posted:
3/19/2026
Location:
District Wide
Job Title: 26/27 Counselor Pool - Secondary
Reports to: Principal
Qualifications:
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Valid teacher certification
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Master's Degree in Counseling and Texas School Counseling Certification
Special Knowledge and Skills
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Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff.
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Knowledgeable about college admission and testing requirements
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Knowledgeable about Financial Aid, including FAFSA and TAFSA
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Knowledgeable of Career and Military preparation
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Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
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Ability to use the district's student management systems and technology platforms
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Counseling and Guidance
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Coordinate campus Financial Aid initiatives, including parents' nights and FAFSA completion assistance and tracking
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Coordinate Spring Campus Decision Day to showcase senior students and their postsecondary or military plans
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Assist with the development of campus CCMR documents and tracking
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Assist teachers in the delivery of CCMR-related curriculum
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Guide individuals and groups of students to develop education plans and support career awareness
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Educate the school staff, parents, and community about CCMR Readiness
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Maintain confidentiality of student records
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Attend professional development related to CCMR
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Plan school guidance activities to ensure that they meet the identified needs, priorities, and district objectives
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Track college acceptances
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Manage scholarships: including posting, advertising, assisting students with applications, and tracking
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Serve as the point of contact for college and university representatives for campus visits and college fairs
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Serve as the point of contact for community workforce members for career fair and campus visits
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Organize and plan college and career experiences for students
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Assist with the development of a campus CCMR Educational Program for grades 9-12
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Plan and provide college and career based enrichments and support programs
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Coordinate CCMR PEIMS Data Entry
Consultation
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Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students
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Maintain a communication system that effectively collects and disseminates information to other professionals as appropriate
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Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other school professionals and community resources
Programmatic and Assessment Responsibilities
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Comply with policies established by federal and state law, SBOE, and board policy.
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Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations
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Administer and interpret result of Interest Inventories and CCMR-related assessments
School Climate
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Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and the community
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Demonstrate high expectations for students
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Work collaboratively with others to support the district vision, mission, and goals
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Work collaboratively with administrators as a part of the campus leadership team
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Maintain a professional workspace
Policy, Reports, and Law
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Support the goals and objectives of the district, campus, and counseling department
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Adhere to state and district standards, policies, regulations, and procedures
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Follow current professional standards of competence and practice
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Follow ethical standards for school counselors, including confidentiality
Other
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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.