LONG TERM SUB COUNSELOR

DISTRICT-WIDE; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Ector County Independent School District in Odessa, Texas seeks a LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE School Counselor to provide educational guidance to all students and support school success.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, valid Texas teaching certificate or equivalent, enrollment in a counseling program, and progress toward a master's degree and Texas counseling certification. Salary is $250 per day; typical duties include program planning, student support and collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Texas or out-of-state teaching certificate required.
• Enrolled in a school counseling program – minimum 12 credit hours completed.
• Master’s degree in progress and Texas school counseling certification in progress.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive guidance program as described in Texas Education Code 33 targeting identified student needs at the campus.
• Guidance Curriculum: awareness, skill development and application of life skills and social competencies.
• Individual planning and goal setting: develop student knowledge of opportunities and planning.
• Responsive Services, prevention and intervention: address academic and behavioral concerns and referrals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Computer apps

Behavior management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching certificate

Counseling program enrollment

Master's degree in progress

Texas counseling certification in progress

Job description

LONG TERM SUB COUNSELOR

Ector County Independent School District DISTRICT-WIDE - Odessa, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5347238
Application Deadline: May 03, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Oct 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: School Counselor - Long Term Substitute
Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: $250.00 per day
Dept. /School: Assigned Campus Days: as needed
Supervises: N/A

Primary Purpose: To provide educational guidance to all students.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree (required)
Valid State Teaching Certificate (Texas or Out of State required)
Accepted and enrolled into a school counseling program – minimum 12 credit hours completed (required)
In process of obtaining a master’s degree (required)
In process of obtaining a Texas school counseling certification (required)

Special Knowledge Skills:
Thorough understanding of school operations
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to instruct students and promote positive behaviors
Experience using technology to improve teaching and learning
Excellent knowledge of computer applications (multi-platform preferred)

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

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Plan, implement and evaluate a comprehensive guidance program as described in Texas Education Code 33 targeting identified student needs at the campus including:
Guidance Curriculum:
o Awareness, skill development and application of the skills of everyday life including: self-confidence, self-efficacy, motivation to achieve, decision-making, goal setting, planning and problem-solving skills, interpersonal effectiveness, social skills, communication skills, cross-cultural effectiveness, responsible behavior and character development.
Promote the student's personal, academic, and social growth in the educational setting
Assist student in understanding the school rules and developing self-discipline
Conduct orientation for pupils new to the building
Assist students in transition including transition to middle school and high school
Other duties as assigned

o Individual planning and goal setting:
Acquisition of skills, awareness of educational opportunities, appropriate course selection, lifelong learning, utilization of test scores, knowledge of potential career opportunities, planning, training and positive work habits, personal-social development of health self-concepts, development of adaptive and adjustive social behavior.
Increase the student's knowledge of occupational opportunities and the training programs for each occupation
Develop the student's knowledge of the opportunities and requirements of his or her social environment
Assist in the implementation of the career education program
Other duties as assigned

o Responsive Services, prevention and intervention:
Academic concerns, school related concerns (tardiness, absences & truancy, misbehavior, school-avoidance, drop-out prevention), coping with stress, conflict resolution and anxiety
Provide referrals to community services and agencies as appropriate
Assist in identification of students who would benefit from special programs and services
Assist in an effective referral process for students to access special programs and services
Work with parents and staff on Behavior Intervention Plans

System support including program delivery and support:
Guidance program planning and development, parent education, teacher/administrator consultation, staff development for educators, school improvement planning, counselors’ professional development, research and publishing, community outreach and public relations.
Provide resources and training for faculty and staff to enhance the implementation of the guidance program
Educate the school staff, parents, and the community about the guidance program through a public information program
Consult with parents, teachers, administrators and other relevant individuals to enhance the educational experience for students
Conduct at least one in-service program in the building for teachers and administrators
Maintain a working knowledge of current trends and issues in education
Enhance professional development by attending appropriate staff development to meet district requirements including staff development provided by the district, local professional counselor organizations, regional training centers, and/or state counselor conferences.
Prepare reports as requested by the Director of Guidance and Counseling
Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional prolonged standing or sitting or irregular hours.
Able to lift at least 25 pounds.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I have read, understood, and attested to the above description and funding relating to my daily activities.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $250 to $250 Per Day

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Taylor Laing , Executive Director - Guidance and Counseling
• GUIDANCE & COUNSELING
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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