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Middle School Counselor Job Description

Contract Days: 200

Pay Grade: Administrative Level 3

Primary Purpose:

Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance to school assigned, including counseling services. Provide a proactive developmental guidance program to encourage all students to maximize personal growth and development.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification*:

Master's degree in guidance counseling

Valid Texas counseling certificate

• Interested applicants not yet meeting the above requirements must provide proof of the following:
• completion of a minimum of 24 graduate-level hours with 12 hours in guidance and counseling,
• ability to earn a master's degree in counseling (as demonstrated by a Certification Deficiency Plan) as well as SBEC counseling certification within one calendar year, and
• full eligibility for an emergency permit from TEA.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior

Experience:

Three years teaching experience