School Counselor - Secondary - 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a School Counselor for the upcoming 2026-2027 academic year in Texas. This full-time position requires a Master's degree in counseling and a valid Texas SBEC School Counselor Certificate. Responsibilities include advocating for students’ academic and social development, conducting counseling sessions, and collaborating with teachers. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of teaching experience and strong communication skills, with a compensation based on the Teacher, Counselor, Nurse, Librarian Pay Scale.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling required.
• Valid Texas SBEC School Counselor Certificate essential.
• Minimum two years of teaching experience required.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for students’ academic and social development.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
• Plan and conduct structured lessons based on students' needs.

Skills

Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills (oral and written)

Ability to instruct students and manage behavior

Ability to present information in group situations

Ability to interpret policies and procedures

Ability to adjust programs for students' needs

Education

Master’s degree in counseling from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas SBEC School Counselor Certificate

Valid Texas Driver’s License

Tools

Office equipment (personal computer, printer)

Communication equipment (cellular telephone)

Job description

School Counselor - Secondary - 2026-2027

Judson Independent School District, All Secondary Schools - Live Oak, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5699919

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Professional School Counselor - Secondary

Department: Assigned Campus

Reports To: Campus Principal & Executive Director of Student and Family Support Services

Compensation: Teacher, Counselor, Nurse, Librarian Pay Scale + Stipend

Days: 207: MS/HS

Revised: 05/07/2026

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Advocate and support students to fully develop each student’s academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special population students. This will be accomplished through a variety of approaches including, but not limited to, group processing, individual consultation and classroom guidance in order to facilitate and support a student in reaching their maximum potential.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification

• Master’s degree in counseling from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas SBEC School Counselor Certificate
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Excellent organizational, communication (oral and written), and interpersonal skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures
• Ability to adjust and modify programs implementation to best serve students, evidenced in positive social, emotional and academic growth
• Ability to clearly articulate and discuss the counseling department management system and the program action plans with the district and school administrator

Experience

• Minimum of two years creditable experience as a classroom teacher
• Minimum of three years of experience as a High School counselor (for Lead Counselor)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

Guidance

• Plan and conduct structured group lessons to deliver district’s guidance curriculum effectively and in accordance with students’ developmental needs. Collaborate with teachers who teach guidance related curriculum.
• Guide individual students, groups of students, and parents to plan, monitor, and manage the student’s own educational and career development including creating and reviewing personal graduation plans and providing information about post-secondary opportunities.
• Use accepted theories and effective techniques of developmental guidance to counsel individual students, small groups of students, and parents to plan, monitor, and manage a student’s own personal and social development. Provide preventive, remedial, and crisis counseling as needed.
• Serve as an impartial, non-reporting resource for interpersonal conflicts and discourse involving two or more students, including accusations of bullying.

Consultation

• Coordinate school, home, and community resources and refer students, parents, and others to special programs and services as needed.
• Work collaboratively to advocate for individual students and specific groups of students.
• Maintain verbal and/or written contact with parent/guardian regarding the student’s academic, social and emotional progress and concerns of staff, student, and parent.
• Provide training, support and meetings for parents and students to foster development in social and emotional learning interventions.

Assessment

• Interpret standardized test results and assessment data to guide students in individual goal setting and planning.

Program Management and Administration

• Plan, implement, evaluate, and promote continuous improvement of a balanced comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program that includes guidance curriculum, responsive services, individual planning, and system support components.
• Advocate for a school environment that acknowledges and respects diversity.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents with required state reporting agencies.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Adhere to legal, ethical, and professional standards for school counselors including current professional standards of competence and practice.
• Uphold ethical and professional standards as set forth.
• Present the campus counseling program to the district counseling advisory council.
• Utilize appropriate computer resources, learning information systems and e-mail to support instruction, assessment and research for campus support.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Support the administration and campus test coordinator in interpreting district and state assessment results in order to better support campus staff in evaluating and identifying student’s strengths and weaknesses; coordinate appropriate supports and interventions; makes appropriate educational and career plans with students.
• Participate in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of personnel rules, regulations, and practices.
• Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics.
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise assigned counseling aide(s) and clerical employee(s). The supervision of students is required.

Equipment Used

• Office equipment – personal computer, printer, calculator, multi-line telephone, software programs and peripherals, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Communication equipment – radio communication equipment, cellular telephone
• Video monitoring equipment

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands

• Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, driving, traveling.
• Occasional: Lifting, moderate, 15-44 pounds; carrying, moderate, 15-44 pounds

Environmental Factors

• Frequent exposure to temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration
• Occasional exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.), work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces, work alone, work prolonged or irregular hours.

Nondiscrimination Statement

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$331.28 Funding - Local

Job Categories

Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.