Counselor- 2026-27 SY

School Counselor

Facilitate the achievement of all students by developing and implementing a Comprehensive Developmental Guidance and Counseling Program. Provide counseling services to assist students in maximizing their educational experiences by helping them adapt to the school environment, make educational, occupational and life plans, and overcome problems that impede learning. Plan, schedule, organize, and deliver counseling activities consistent with student academic, career, and personal needs.

Demonstrate integrity and ethics.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in counseling or related field required
• Texas School Counselor Certification or Eligible for Texas Certification
• Knowledge and understanding of the ASCA Model and Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs.
• Knowledge of counseling theories/techniques, procedures, student appraisal, career development and post-secondary opportunities.
• Knowledge of the school and community resources available to assist students and parents.
• Knowledge of student support for social and emotional health.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Three years of successful high school teaching experience for high school position, preferred
• Three years of successful middle school teaching experience for middle school position, preferred

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Instructional Management
• School/Organizational Climate
• School/Organizational Improvement
• Student Management
• School/Community Relations
• Professional Growth and Development

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise clerical employee(s) and assigned counseling aides

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress Work with frequent interruptions Occasional prolonged or irregular hours of work

Physical Demands:
Light lifting, light carrying, reaching above shoulder, use of fingers, repetitive hand motions; frequent bending and stooping Prolonged use of computer

Environmental Demands:
Normal office environment Occasional statewide and district wide travel

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to the job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Approved by Immediate Supervisor:
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The Beaumont Independent School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex in the educational programs or activities that it operates and is an equal opportunity employer.