Lead Counselor, Middle School *Internal

Lead Counselor, Middle School
* INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY*

Little Elm ISD - Little Elm, Texas. Open in Google Maps

Job : 5849691

Final date to receive applications: Jul 30, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 23, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Title: Lead Counselor,Middle School

Reports to: Director for Counseling Services

Dept.: Assigned Campus

Exemption Status: Exempt

Pay Scale: AP2

Calendar: 207

Primary

Purpose:

Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance to the assigned schools. Supervise a proactive developmental guidance program to encourage all students to maximize personal growth and development. Serve as a leader to assist in coordinating academic information and all counseling services.

Qualifications:

• Three years of elementary teaching experience (preferred)

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree in school counseling
• Valid Texas School Counselor Certification

Experience:

• Has a minimum of 3 yearsschool counseling experience

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Knowledge of appropriate counselor interventions for student achievement and behavior
• Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff
• Knowledge of district guidelines pertinent to counseling services
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Willingness to serve in a leadership capacity, coordinating the work of colleagues
• Well organized and able to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks on time
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Performs all the duties described as a regular School Counselor, AND
• Work side-by-side with campus and district administrators in evaluating student data in order for the counseling department to support ALL students in scholastic success; behavior and emotional support that may be a barrier with a positive school experience; and guide students in planning for college and career readiness.
• Monitors and evaluates all Elementary campus data to determine appropriate support that the counseling department can provide to boost areas applicable to the counselor’s responsibilities and roles.
• Coordinates the monitoring of students experiencing truancy, failures, and behavioral issues and work with the counseling team to develop a plan of intervention
• Works with the Director for Counseling Services and serve as a liaison for counselors in duties, training, and communication from campus to district
• Performs as a student advocate, leader, collaborator, and systems change agent
• Communicates Elementary campus challenges and works towards solutions
• Assist with coordinating the activities of the counseling department, including scheduling school day and evening events for communicating important information to students and parents
• Works with all Elementary counselors to coordinate the transition activities of students from elementary to middle school in collaboration with the middle school counselors
• Provide support and coordinates the transition activities of students enrolled in DAEP
• Stays abreast of current legislative changes and implementation
• Advocate for a school environment that acknowledges and respects diversity and positive school climate
• Pursue professional development activities that align with district goals and initiatives and current professional research.
• Other related duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities: As assigned by Campus Principal/Director for Counseling Services

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Tools/Equipment Used: computer, printer; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside, may work outside. Work must be performed on site.

Mental Demands :
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