What are the responsibilities and job description for the 26/27 Counselor Pool - Secondary position at Splendora Independent School District?
- Valid teacher certification
- Master's Degree in Counseling and Texas School Counseling Certification
- Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff.
- Knowledgeable about college admission and testing requirements
- Knowledgeable about Financial Aid, including FAFSA and TAFSA
- Knowledgeable of Career and Military preparation
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to use the district's student management systems and technology platforms
- Coordinate campus Financial Aid initiatives, including parents' nights and FAFSA completion assistance and tracking
- Coordinate Spring Campus Decision Day to showcase senior students and their postsecondary or military plans
- Assist with the development of campus CCMR documents and tracking
- Assist teachers in the delivery of CCMR-related curriculum
- Guide individuals and groups of students to develop education plans and support career awareness
- Educate the school staff, parents, and community about CCMR Readiness
- Maintain confidentiality of student records
- Attend professional development related to CCMR
- Plan school guidance activities to ensure that they meet the identified needs, priorities, and district objectives
- Track college acceptances
- Manage scholarships: including posting, advertising, assisting students with applications, and tracking
- Serve as the point of contact for college and university representatives for campus visits and college fairs
- Serve as the point of contact for community workforce members for career fair and campus visits
- Organize and plan college and career experiences for students
- Assist with the development of a campus CCMR Educational Program for grades 9-12
- Plan and provide college and career based enrichments and support programs
- Coordinate CCMR PEIMS Data Entry
- Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with students
- Maintain a communication system that effectively collects and disseminates information to other professionals as appropriate
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other school professionals and community resources
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, SBOE, and board policy.
- Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations
- Administer and interpret result of Interest Inventories and CCMR-related assessments
- Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents and the community
- Demonstrate high expectations for students
- Work collaboratively with others to support the district vision, mission, and goals
- Work collaboratively with administrators as a part of the campus leadership team
- Maintain a professional workspace
- Support the goals and objectives of the district, campus, and counseling department
- Adhere to state and district standards, policies, regulations, and procedures
- Follow current professional standards of competence and practice
- Follow ethical standards for school counselors, including confidentiality
- Perform other duties as assigned
JobID: 1575
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor
Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor
Date Posted:
3/19/2026
3/19/2026
Location:
District Wide
District Wide
Job Title: 26/27 Counselor Pool - Secondary
Reports to: Principal
Qualifications:
Special Knowledge and Skills
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Counseling and Guidance
Consultation
Programmatic and Assessment Responsibilities
School Climate
Policy, Reports, and Law
Other
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing,/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior
Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise; occasional districtwide and statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Other Information:
The District contributes $330 monthly to the cost of the employee-only health insurance, which is $105 more than the state-required amount of $225/month. All employees in this position receive free treatment at any Next Level Urgent Care.
Position Type: Full-Time
Contract/Days: 11-month/202 days (JH) 207 days (HS)
Pay Grade: 103
Midpoint: $82,711 (JH) $84,758 (HS)
Salary determined by job-like experience.
Salary : $225 - $330