Counselor - Elementary

Arlington Independent School District; Speer (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Independent School District in the United States is seeking a licensed school counselor to provide a comprehensive guidance program supporting personal, social, academic and career development across grade levels. The role includes delivering classroom guidance, individual and group counseling, and collaboration with teachers, parents and administrators to promote student success.

The counselor will use assessment data to guide planning, advocate for students, and contribute to a

Qualifications

• Master's degree in school counseling from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Texas School Counselor Certification.
• Two years teaching or school counseling experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver and evaluate the school counseling program to support student development.
• Provide individual and group counseling and assist in post‑secondary planning.
• Coordinate with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success.
• Conduct program evaluation and report outcomes to campus leadership.
• Communicate district counseling objectives and provide staff training.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Counseling skills

Program development

Education

Master's degree in School Counseling

Valid Texas School Counselor Certification

Job description

Role And Purpose

Provides a comprehensive guidance and counseling program that advocates for and supports all students in their personal, social, academic and career development. This is accomplished 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.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• Master's Degree from Accredited College or University
• Valid Texas School Counselor's Certification

Experience

• Two years teaching experience required, or school district counseling experience required

Major Responsibilities And Duties

I. INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT

• Manages and leads the counseling program by planning, organizing, implementing and delivering program activities to improve students' Intrapersonal Effectiveness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Personal Health and Safety, and Post-Secondary Planning and Readiness.
• Delivers classroom guidance activities by teaching the school guidance curriculum components through the use of effective instructional skills and intentionally planned structured group sessions for students based on campus needs.
• Implements the individual student‑planning component by guiding individuals and groups of students, and parents or guardians, through the development of educational, career, personal, or social plans.
• Provides responsive service component services through effective use of individual and group counseling, consultation and referral skills.
• Provides system support component activities through effective school counseling program management and support for other educational programs.

II. SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION CLIMATE

• Always maintain a high level of integrity and service.
• Conducts an annual campus counseling program evaluation.
• Fosters a Culture of Care through wellness activities, meaningful parent involvement, celebration of achievement, building positive norms and encouraging innovation.

III. SCHOOL/ORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENT

• Communicates effectively (verbal and written).
• Maintains professional and emotional composure.
• Works with and responds consistently and equitably to all personnel, students, and parents/guardians.
• Communicates and supports expectations consistent with district counseling program objectives.
• Interprets policies and procedures.
• Coordinates, conducts or participates in activities which contribute to the effective operation of the school.

IV. ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

• None

V. STUDENT MANAGEMENT

• Acts as a student advocate, leader, collaborator and systems change agent.
• Assists students and their parents or guardians in monitoring their academic, career, personal and social development as they progress in school.

VI. SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONS

• Serves as a consultant to teachers who conduct lessons based on the school/district guidance curriculum.
• Clearly articulates and communicates the counseling program's management system and related program action plans to administration, faculty, parents, and the community.
• Collaborates with administration in the coordination and implementation of school programs that address students' educational, career, personal and social development.
• Informs and consults with the counseling program advisory council in its role in planning and implementing the counseling program.
• Guides and advises students and their parents/guardians regarding the importance of higher education, coursework designed to prepare students for higher education and financial aid availability and requirements.
• Provides parent and staff training and consultation to foster student educational, career, personal and social development.

VII. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT

• Pursues continuous professional growth.
• Demonstrates ethical and professional behaviors and standards as set forth by the American Counseling Association, the American School Counselor Association, and the state of Texas.
• Attends 2 hours of ethics training each year.

VIII. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

IX. MISCELLANEOUS

• Performs other duties as may be assigned by principal.

X. MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
• Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping.
• Motion: Moderate walking.
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise.
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress, with frequent interruptions.