Counselor

Young World Physical Education; Manor (TX); On-site; USD 62,313 - 87,838; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Manor, Texas is seeking a full-time Guidance Counselor starting immediately. The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive guidance programs to assist students in personal growth and educational development.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in guidance and counseling and a valid Texas counseling certificate, with skills in communication, organization, and student management. Salary ranges from $62,313 to $87,838 per year.

Qualifications

• Three years teaching experience.
• Ability to effectively counsel individual and group students.
• Familiarity with the development of educational plans and programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach school developmental guidance curriculum to students.
• Provide guidance to individuals and groups of students.
• Consult with parents and teachers on student concerns.

Skills

Knowledge of counseling procedures

Excellent organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage student behavior

Education

Master's degree in guidance and counseling

Valid Texas counseling certificate

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance to the school assigned, including counseling services. Provide a proactive, developmental guidance program to encourage all students to maximize personal growth and development.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• A master’s degree in guidance and counseling
• Valid Texas counseling 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

Experience:

Three years teaching experience

Essential Job Functions

• Teach school developmental guidance curriculum to students.
• Help teachers incorporate guidance-related information into existing curriculum.
• Provide guidance to individuals and groups of students to develop educational plans and career awareness.
• Counsel individuals and small groups about their concerns.
• Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students.
• Work with school personnel and school district residents to obtain resources for students.
• Use an effective referral process to help students and others use special programs and services.
• Participate in planning and evaluation of campus standardized testing program.
• Interpret test and other appraisal results appropriately.
• Plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that they meet identified needs.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of guidance program and make changes based on findings.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
• 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.
• Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.
• Report to work in a timely manner according to assigned schedule.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications for the position.
• Demonstrates principles of the Manor ISD People Experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise assigned counseling aide(s) and clerical employee(s).

Working Conditions

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands

• Standing
• Kneeling
• Pushing/Pulling
• Repetitive hand motions
• Keyboarding/mouse
• Speaking clearly
• Hearing

Environmental Factors

• Work inside/outside
• Exposure to noise
• Work prolonged or irregular hours

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$62,313 to $87,838 Per Year

Contact Information

• Eddwina Flowers, Principal
• Manor Rise Academy
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]