Bright Futures Academy Counselor, Special Education - Internal

Position: Bright Futures Academy Counselor, Special Education - Internal Candidates
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JOB STATUS: UNTIL FILLED POSTING DATE: 02/19/2026 POSTING NUMBER:

LOCATION:

Bright Futures Academy

POSITION TITLE:

Bright Futures Academy Counselor, Special Education - Internal Candidates

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Primary

Purpose:

To provide a comprehensive, diversified program involving counseling as a related service to address the developmental needs of students in educational, social, personal and career areas necessary for living in a multicultural society.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Major Responsibilities and Duties

School/Organizational Climate

* Serve as a mediator between students and faculty, among staff, and between faculty and parents to assure a more effective education for students and a more positive working climate.

* Consult with school staff for the purpose of planning and evaluating student progress.

* Provide consultation to parents regarding student evaluation, individual educational needs and programming options available to meet those needs.

School/Organizational Improvement

* Provide program consultation to administrators and teachers regarding student educational needs based on group and individual evaluation and assessment data.

* Provide appropriate counseling services and activities in crisis situations.

Program Management

* Assist in annual program planning and evaluation for special education to improve the provision of specialized education.

* Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance, including counseling services.

* Develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior intervention plans for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), in collaboration with campus staff and multidisciplinary teams, to support positive behavior, self regulation, and access to instruction.

Student Management

* Utilize assessment in order to develop appropriate student Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goals/objectives.

* Equip students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with evidence based strategies to develop self regulation, emotional awareness, and positive behavior skills, including coping strategies, problem solving, and replacement behaviors to support academic and social success.

* Guide all students as they plan, monitor, and manage their own educational, career, and personal-social development through individual counseling and guidance.

* Provide autism specific counseling supports through individual and small group counseling to develop self regulation, social communication, and positive behavior skills, including explicit instruction in social skills, coping strategies, emotional regulation, and replacement behaviors to support academic engagement and peer interactions.

* Assist students to effectively manage transitions from year to year, school to school, and to post-high school experiences.

* Use sources of appraisal information/progress reporting to assist in planning for and with students.

* Participate in manifestation determination reviews as assigned.

Professional Growth and Development

* Maintain membership and participation in professional organizations and/or update professional skills through annual staff development activities.

* Adhere to ethical, legal, and professional standards in accordance with specific licensure.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent.

School/Community Relations

* Collaborate with area agencies serving handicapped students to facilitate communication and the provision of community services to handicapped children.

* Attendance at work is an essential function.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Experience:

* As required for certification

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

Education/Certification:

* Master's degree required

* Valid Texas certification/licensure as required for position

* Valid Texas driver's license

* Eligible for coverage under the District's vehicle insurance program

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

* Ability to relate to and effectively communicate with people of all ages and cultural backgrounds

* Knowledge of evidence based programming and instructional supports for…