Eanes ISD is currently seeking a Middle School Counselor! We offer great pay and benefits!!

*Only applications submitted through the Eanes ISD website will be considered for employment*

Please submit your application online at www.eanesisd.net/jobs

Detailed information and job descriptions are available on the Eanes ISD website.

Primary Purpose:

To provide a proactive developmental and academic guidance program.
To provide counseling services as needed.
To encourage all students to maximize personal growth and development.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree in counseling field- required
• Valid Texas counseling certificate or licensure as follows: licensed social worker, licensed professional counselor, licensed marriage and family therapist, or licensed specialist in school psychology
• Prefer school counseling certification with licensure

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of academic programs and requirements in Texas
• Ability to engage in effective counseling strategies
• Understanding of schools and school cultures
• Knowledge of student assessment requirements: o State of Texas assessments o College and career readiness assessments
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Experience:

• Prior counseling experience preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Development and Implementation

• Implement appropriate school guidance curriculum.
• Support Social Emotional Learning school-wide.
• Counsel individuals and small groups.
• Respond to campus and district crises as needed.
• Work with the district counseling team to plan, implement, and evaluate school guidance and counseling programs.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.

Assessment

• Participate in planning and implementation of campus standardized testing program.
• Interpret tests and other appraisal results appropriately.

Consultation

• Develop healthy and professional relationships with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to support students.
• Work with school/district personnel and/or area resources to support students.
• Use an effective referral process to help students access services within the school.

Communication

• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Establish and maintain open communication with parents, students, principal, teachers, and support staff.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.

Administration

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of

Education rule, and board policy in all areas.

• Comply with all district and campus procedures and regulations.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with students, parents, colleagues, and supervisors.

Professional

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.

Other

• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise assigned counseling aide(s) and clerical employee(s).

Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Ability to maintain emotional control under stress; ability to maintain an environment conducive to teaching and learning (i.e., treating all students with respect, developing positive relations with students and parents)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,972.00 - $80,548.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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