Counseling Coordinator

Description/Notes

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY:
Work with school faculty and staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program for the district. To ensure all campuses implement a systematic PK-12 data driven school counseling program for ALL students that will:

• Promote academic excellence
• Foster a safe and caring environment
• Inspire social/emotional growth
• Empower students to graduate college and career ready

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, intervention strategies and student appraisal systems
• Knowledge of College, Career, and Military Readiness indicators
• Knowledge of college and career readiness advising practices
• Knowledge of academic programs, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of effective drop out recovery and prevention practices
• Knowledge of community-based organizations and resources
• Knowledge of district rules and regulations
• Skill in interacting effectively with parents and community partners
• Skill in facilitating campus level teams
• Skill in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Skill in analyzing complex information and data Skill in implementing long-range and immediate plans
• Skill in operating standard computer and software applications, including but not limited to electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations.
• Skill in communicating and collaborating between and among various areas of the district to support healthy students, high student achievement, and customer satisfaction
• Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas Professional School Counselor certification

$354.28 to $531.44 Per Day