Job Title
Counseling Coordinator
Department
Curriculum & Instruction
Supervisor
Director of CCMR
BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Work with school faculty and staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program for the district. To ensure all campuses implement a systematic PK-12 data driven school counseling program for ALL students that will:
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Promote academic excellence
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Foster a safe and caring environment
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Inspire social/emotional growth
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Empower students to graduate college and career ready
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
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Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
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Valid Texas Professional School Counselor certification
Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
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Knowledge of counseling procedures, intervention strategies and student appraisal systems
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Knowledge of College, Career, and Military Readiness indicators
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Knowledge of college and career readiness advising practices
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Knowledge of academic programs, policies, and procedures
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Knowledge of effective drop out recovery and prevention practices
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Knowledge of community-based organizations and resources
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Knowledge of district rules and regulations
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Skill in interacting effectively with parents and community partners
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Skill in facilitating campus level teams
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Skill in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing
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Skill in analyzing complex information and data
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Skill in implementing long-range and immediate plans
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Skill in operating standard computer and software applications, including but not limited to electronic mail, word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations.
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Skill in communicating and collaborating between and among various areas of the district to support healthy students, high student achievement, and customer satisfaction
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Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities
Experience:
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Five (5) years of counseling experience with a minimum of two (2) years at the secondary level preferred
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Three (3) years of leadership experience in a school setting preferred (ex: P-TECH/ECHS Counselor, Lead Counselor)
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
Instructional Management:
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Consult with school staff, parents, and other community members to increase student effectiveness and promote student success.
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Develop classroom guidance, group guidance and serve as a consultant to counselors.
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Plan, implement, and evaluate a balanced, comprehensive developmental guidance program to serve all students.
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Advocate for the school developmental guidance and counseling program and counselors’ ethical and professional standards with school personnel, parents, students, and the community.
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Support the implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation of assigned programs for elementary and secondary education, curriculum, and/or instructional support, and ensure that assigned programs are efficiently and effectively administered.
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Support and participate in meeting the objectives of the campus/department improvement plans.
Student Management:
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Advocate for all students and provide professional expertise to help staff, parents, and other community members understand individual behavior and human relationships.
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Assist all students with developing and applying skills for maximum educational, career, personal, and social growth during school years and beyond.
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Intervene with students whose developmental needs, personal concerns, or problems affect their continued educational, career, personal, or social development.
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Make referrals as appropriate in consultation with the student’s parent or guardian.
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Coordinate people and resources in the school, home, and community to support achievement to assist parents and staff.
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Guide groups of students and parents to plan, monitor, and manage the student’s social development and educational development, including but not limited to, course selection, high school diploma plans, four-year plans, provision of information regarding post-secondary opportunities and career development accurately and without bias.
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Use accepted theories and effective techniques to provide individual and/or group developmental, preventive, remedial, and/or crisis counseling.
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Facilitate the transition for students between elementary and secondary education.
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Assist campuses in working with students and parents in understanding college and financial aid opportunities.
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Assist with drop out recovery efforts.
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Assist campuses in resolving parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.
Management of Administrative, Fiscal and/or Facilities Functions:
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Manage resources and activities related to campus needs.
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Interpret standardized test results.
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Maintain collaborative inter-professional relationships.
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Commit to current professional and ethical standards of competence and practice.
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Coordinate departmental activities with other District offices and administrators and provide assistance to requesting departments.
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Follow District and department policies and procedures.
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Assist with recruiting, selecting, and orienting new counselors.
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Plan and conduct professional development for school counselors and district wide staff including college and career readiness program implementation.
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Serve as liaison to all level counselors from Service Center/Directors
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Assist with planning, monitoring, and evaluating school counselors on campuses.
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Coordinate Counselor meetings.
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Assist with the coordination of Associate Principal/Lead Counselor meetings.
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Provide curriculum master maintenance and course master support districtwide
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Serve as course selection and verification liaison; annually update and revise all course selection guides
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Assist with recruiting, selecting, and orienting new counselors.
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Plan and conduct professional development for school counselors and district wide staff including college and career readiness program implementation.
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Manage senior transcript review/senior audits for all high schools.
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Oversee GPA and Class Rank process and verification
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Review transcripts and records for transfer and newcomer students
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Visit campuses to support and coach counselors.
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Coordinate district wide activities that foster the social /emotional well-being of all students.
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Support programs that provide alternative ways for students to earn credits toward graduation (credit by exam (CBE), online courses, etc.)
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Monitor required guidance lessons and small group activities on campuses.
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Support implementation of SEL curriculum
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Assist in school wide college/career guidance activities and college/career fairs.
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Collaborate and work as a team on all district wide activities.
Organization Improvement:
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Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs.
Professional Growth and Development:
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Accept responsibility for self-directed professional development through continuous efforts to improve their competence in meeting and exceeding standards in performing job responsibilities.
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Participate in professional development that increases effectiveness and improves District performance.
Texas Academic Performance Indicators and Campus Performance Objectives:
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Support the administration of state-mandated testing at campuses in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
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Monitor and review campus test data and use findings to assist with planning corrective action for the affected group of students and/or campuses.
School/Community Relations:
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Forge partnerships with community agencies, businesses, and universities to better serve the needs and interests of all students.
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Interface with governmental agencies, business and civic organizations, and the community to provide needed information and to promote the District’s initiatives.
Organization Morale:
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Foster positive morale by participating in team building activities and the decision-making process.
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Communicate and collaborate with campus/department staff to enhance service delivery, program development, and customer satisfaction.
Other Responsibilities:
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Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
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Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Coordination of professional development, planning, support, and coaching for all district counselors.
MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
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Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard library equipment including imaging equipment; standard instruction equipment
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Posture: Regular sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
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Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular overhead reaching; occasional climbing ladders
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Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15–44 pounds)
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Environment: Work inside; work alone; frequent district wide travel; exposure to biological and chemical hazards such as mold and dust; work occasional prolonged and irregular hours
