Counselor/Lead

Conroe Independent School District; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Conroe Independent School District is seeking a Certified MTSS Facilitator to lead the development and coordination of district-wide guidance, counseling, and support services. The role emphasizes collaboration with students, families, and staff to implement a strong guidance program.

The successful candidate will manage college and financial aid information, support transitions, and provide ongoing professional development for counselors.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling or related field required.
• Certified School Counselor credentials required.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills essential.
• Knowledge of college and financial aid processes helpful.

Responsibilities

• Develops a campus-Level Comprehensive Guidance Plan based on identified needs.
• Confers with students, parents, and teachers as needed.
• Coordinates transitions (Gr. 8 – Post-High School) and orientation sessions for parents.
• Offers college night/day, career night/day, and financial aid workshops.
• Maintains calendars and schedules for guidance activities and reporting.
• Supports district and campus guidance initiatives and participates in in-service trainings.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Career development knowledge

Testing instruments knowledge

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree

Professional School counselor’s certificate

Job description

Certified OTHER Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) Facilitator 055351 10/15/2026 11/17/2026 04:00PM Admin Multi-Tiered System of Supports869

Paraprofessional CLERICAL/SECRETARIAL Secretary/Administration 054953 08/24/2026 11/11/2026 04:00PM Admin School Improvement & Assessment885

Implement the District Comprehensive Guidance Plan responding to the unique needs of the individual student.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops a campus-Level Comprehensive Guidance Plan based on identified school needs-includes activities identified in the District’s Developmental Guidance Plan.
• Confers with students, parents, and teachers when needed.
• Keeps accurate information concerning programs available at the campus and throughout the District (e.g., Credit by Examination, Alternative School, Career and Technology Programs etc. to students.
• Coordinates school transition activities (Gr. 8 – Post-High School).
• Coordinates orientation sessions for parents.
• Provides college day/night, career day/night, and financial aid workshops.
• Adheres to time lines and procedures.
• Meets deadlines as established by the District for scheduling and grade reporting.
• Maintains calendar schedule of school and guidance and counseling activities.
• Attends required District in-service and staff meetings.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relationships.
• Cooperates with and supports faculty and staff.
• Demonstrates self-control and exhibits overall positive approach.
• Promotes positive self-image in students.
• Treats students consistently empathetically.
• Maintains and improves professional competence through reading, course work, and professional activities.
• Mentors new campus counselor.
• Keeps master lists of graduation and “walk” lists, testing results, National Merit and other special lists.
• Assists counselors in transcription of transcripts to insure consistency.
• Works with junior high counselors in vertical teaming.
• Meets regularly with campus counselors.
• Meets regularly with district Coordinator of Guidance and Counseling and other district lead counselor to stay current on campus, district and state issues.
• Assists in planning and coordinating the registration process for current and new students.
• Assists in the coordination of graduation.
• Assists in the planning and implementation of the District College Night.
• Sees students and parents when other counselors are unavailable.
• Makes professional development opportunities available to campus counselors.
• Assists with master schedule issues.
• Maintains the counseling department budget.
• Researches counselor, administrator, parent and student questions.
• Works with “school shoppers”.
• Is available for district crisis needs.
• Helps to maintain a positive work climate.
• Makes a yearly evaluation of the Guidance and Counseling program so that positive adjustments can be made.
• Is a facilitator for counselors by paving and modeling the way for positive outcomes.
• Steps in whenever necessary to assist students, parents, counselors, faculty or administrators.
• Maintains and shares information regarding district/state/campus policies, procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

• Successful counseling experience
• Leadership activities
• Experience working with students in an educational setting or with school-aged children
• Experience supporting students/school-aged children in crisis situations

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Master’s Degree
• Professional School counselor’s certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal career development, and the college and financial aid application processes
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of and experience with various testing instruments
• Knowledgeable about secondary academic curriculum

CONTACT INFORMATION:

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Determined by campus principal

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

GROUP / GRADE: 9-12

SALARY:

Pay Grade AE-3 - Minimumpro-rated salary - $83,627