2026-2027 Counselor - Middle School

Crowley ISD; Crowley (TX); On-site; USD 59,500 - 72,723; Full time

Job summary

Crowley ISD is seeking a dedicated Guidance Counselor to work with students, faculty, and the community in implementing a comprehensive guidance program. This role includes counseling students, maintaining confidentiality, and planning educational programs tailored to student needs.

A valid Texas counseling certificate and a Master's degree in guidance counseling are required. The position includes implementing guidance curriculum and assessing student needs, with a minimum salary of $66,112 over 207 days.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a classroom teacher.
• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior.

Responsibilities

• Teach campus developmental guidance curriculum.
• Counsel individual students and small groups with needs.
• Consult with parents and teachers to enhance student support.
• Plan and evaluate campus standardized testing programs.

Skills

Knowledge of counseling procedures

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Master's degree in guidance counseling

Valid Texas counseling certificate

Job description

Primary Purpose: Work with school faculty and staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at the assigned school. Counsel students to fully develop each student's academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special population students.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Master's degree in guidance counseling; Valid Texas counseling certificate.
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development; Ability to instruct and manage student behavior; Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience: Three years experience as a classroom teacher.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Guidance:

• Teach campus developmental guidance curriculum consistent with district's guidance program plan and tailored to campus needs.
• Assist teachers in teaching guidance-related curriculum.
• Guide individuals and groups of students to develop educational plans and career awareness.

Counseling:

• Counsel individual students and small groups with presenting needs and concerns.

Consultation:

• Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.
• Work with school and community personnel to bring together resources for students.
• Maintain a communication system that effectively collects and disseminates information to other professionals as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other school professionals and community resources.
• Use an effective referral process to assist students and others to use special programs and services.

Assessment:

• Participate in planning and evaluation of campus standardized testing program.
• Interpret tests and other appraisal results and communicate to school personnel, students, and parents.
• Maintain confidentiality of student assessment.

Program Management:

• Plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure they meet identified needs, priorities, and program objectives.
• Implement a comprehensive and balanced program.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the guidance program and individual activities and make changes based on findings.
• Educate the school staff, parents, and community about the guidance program through a public information program.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.

Administration:

• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in guidance and counseling area.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents.

Professional:

• Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model professional, responsible behavior.
• Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.
• The Principal or his/her designee may assign other duties and accountabilities limited to those consistent with the applicable job function and pay grade.

Salary: Minimum salary $66,112 /207 days. Salary determination will be based on verified relevant work experience.