Counselor - Elementary

Young World Physical Education; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 55,241 - 77,988; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in the Town of Texas seeks a Full-Time School Counselor. The role requires advocating for student development through various counseling approaches, delivering guidance curricula, and participating in the Response to Intervention team. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in counseling and a valid Texas school counselor certification, along with at least two years of teaching experience preferred. The position offers a salary of $299.41 to $422.70 per day and emphasizes a positive and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling required.
• Valid Texas school counselor certification necessary.
• Minimum two years of relevant teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and support student development.
• Deliver guidance curriculum and counseling services.
• Participate in Response to Intervention team.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Ability to maintain composure

Promoting positive environments

Policy interpretation

Education

Master's degree in counseling

Valid Texas school counselor certification

Job description

Starting Date: Jul 28, 2026

Job Description

Pay Scale: Administrative - Instructional Level 4

Primary Purpose:

Advocate for and support all students in their personal, social, academic and career development through a variety of approaches including, but not limited to, delivery of guidance curriculum in various group sizes to support student development; individual and group counseling; individual student planning and goal-setting activities; consultation and coordination activities to support student success, and effective interpretation of student assessment data. Serve on the campus Response to Intervention (Rtl) team to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive program of services including counseling services for students identified at risk.

Qualification Guidelines

Education/Certifications:

• Master's degree in counseling
• Valid Texas school counselor certification
• Interested applicants not yet meeting the above requirements must provide proof of the following:

• Completion of a minimum of 24 graduate-level hours with 12 hours in guidance and counseling
• Ability to earn a master's degree in counseling and SBEC school counselor certification within one calendar year (as demonstrated by a Certification Deficiency Plan)
• Full eligibility for an Emergency Permit from TEA

Experience: Minimum of two creditable years of teaching experience (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Able to:

• Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
• Demonstrate organizational adeptness
• Maintain professional and emotional composure
• Promote a positive, caring environment
• Interpret policies and procedures
• Support expectations consistent with district counseling program objectives

Knowledge of:

• Appropriate interventions to meet the needs of at-risk students
• State identified at-risk criteria
• Community agencies and support services for at-risk students

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Job Details

Job ID: 5710198

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $299.41 to $422.70 Per Day

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Ericka M. Barr , Principal
• O'CONNOR EL
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]