School Counselor

Overview

Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program at assigned campus. Counsel students to fully develop each student’s academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special population students. Deliver guidance curriculum in various group sizes. Educate students on skills necessary to address troublesome circumstances, support students in challenging situations, and assist students with needed resources to navigate crisis situations.

Follow the guidelines of the T-SCESS Appraisal System.

• Education/Certification:
  
  Master’s degree in counseling from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas school counselor certificate
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development;
  Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
  Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior;
  Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents or guardians, and district staff
• Experience:
  
  Two years creditable experience as a classroom teacher;
  Two years of school counselor experience

$57,079 - $82,137 per year

Full-time employees at La Pryor ISD receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance (through TRS Active Care)— partially paid by the district, along with dental and vision coverage, retirement plans through the Teacher Retirement System (TRS), paid time off, and access to optional benefits like life and disability insurance. Many districts also offer flexible spending accounts, professional development opportunities, and wellness stipends to support staff well-being and growth.