Substitute Counselor

Position: Substitute Counselor - 2025-2026 School Year
Substitute Expectations:

Substitute candidates must possess effective communication and technology skills. Clear verbal and written communication in English, regular use of phones, and computer proficiency with email and Internet are essential during the application process, when accepting substitute assignments, and for future success in classroom environments. Please consider these expectations before applying.

Counselor Substitute :

Requires a valid Texas counselor certification

* Provide students with appropriate learning activities in the academic subject area.

* Carry out the absent teacher's prepared lesson plans and any special duties assigned to the absent teacher (bus duty, hall duty, lunch/recess duty, etc.).

* Use the absent teacher's classroom discipline plan and give specific directions about desired behavior.

* Consult with the administration and/or staff to resolve any questions/concerns.

* Comply with all building and Human Talent procedures and schedules.

* Provide a summary for the absent teacher at the end of the day of work completed and any special situations encountered.

Application Requirements :

In order to be employed as a district substitute, the following application requirements must first be met. Please read and carefully consider your willingness to complete these steps before applying.

Stage One:

1) Successful completion of TISD's online substitute application and digital interview.

2) Evidence of required college hours via an official transcript, either attached to your online application or provided directly to Human Talent.

3) Clear background check (conducted electronically at the time of application).

4) Receipt of three professional references (requested electronically at the time of application).

5) Satisfactory completion of a personal interview/technology assessment with Human Talent may be required to evaluate communication/technology skills.

Candidates will be notified via email if they have been selected to advance to Stage Two. Further instructions will be provided for the following:

6) Either successful completion of TISD's fingerprinting procedure ($47 fee) or evidence of prior fingerprinting by the Texas Education Agency. Other agency fingerprints may not be used, i.e. child care facilities, concealed handgun license, real estate license.

7) Completion of New Substitute Paperwork and review of Substitute Handbook.

8) Attendance at Substitute Orientation, including presentation of acceptable forms of  the I-9/Employment Eligibility Form, photo for , participation in district training, and submission of annual benefits elections.

Individuals who complete Stage Two will receive a substitute  and online access to the Absence Management system to begin fulfilling assignments.