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Counselor, Elementary School

Job in McAllen, Hidalgo County, Texas, 78501, USA
Listing for: McAllen Independent School District
Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-06-10
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Guidance Counselor: Social/Educational
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: 2026-2027 Counselor, Elementary School
PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance, including counseling services to assigned school; use a planning process to define needs and priorities of populations served; provide a proactive developmental guidance program for all students to maximize personal growth and development; to promote a positive working relationship, among and between staff and the schools, by establishing a climate conducive to open communication and productive work

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Master's Degree, required

Texas Counselor's Certificate, required

Texas Teaching Certificate, required

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of counseling procedures; communicate effectively (verbal and written); utilize effective interpersonal skills; possess effective organizational and presentation skills; interpret data, federal and state laws and policies; basic computer skills

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher, required

Working Days: 190

Note: Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Plan and implement the school guidance and counseling program to meet identified needs.
  • Provide guidance and counseling to individuals and groups of students related to their personal needs.
  • Provide guidance and counseling to students with disabilities as specified in their Individual Educational Plans.
  • Guide students in learning new skills and concepts that have a positive impact on behavior by providing practice, reinforcement, assessment for understanding and feedback.
  • Provide crisis counseling and/or consultation services.
  • Teach the school developmental guidance curriculum in conjunction with teachers or through individual, group and/or classroom activities.
  • Consult with parents, administrators, school personnel or students about educational, personal and social needs of students through conferences, phone calls and home visits.
  • Use an effective referral process to work cooperatively with school, community and resource persons to assist students.
  • Serve on campus committees that address student needs.
  • Evaluate and compile data on referred students to determine eligibility for counseling as a related service.
  • Compile, maintain and file all reports, records and other required documents in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Pursue professional growth by participating in appropriate in-service opportunities and keep abreast of changes and developments in education as reflected in research, literature and best practice.
  • Coordinate with staff and provide input regarding students to the Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee.
  • Foster collaborative educational efforts among staff by supporting the district's philosophy and mission and its commitment to site-based shared decision-making.
  • Keep the principal informed regarding the status of all projects or initiatives undertaken and of directives or requests received internally or externally.
  • Use accepted theories and techniques appropriate to school counseling.
  • Adhere to ethical and legal standards.
  • Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
  • Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).
  • SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    None

    EQUIPMENT USED:

    Computer, copier, multimedia equipment

    WORKING CONDITIONS:

    Mental Demands:

    Maintain emotional control under stress; coordinate projects; meet deadlines

    Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

    Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; frequent district wide and occasional state or national travel; occasional lifting and/or moving up to 45 pounds and over; assist in restraining students in a crisis situation
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