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Plano ISD (TX) is hiring a Counselor- Elementary. The Elementary Counselor provides guidance and counseling services to help students achieve their individual potential academically, socially, and emotionally. This role involves developing and implementing guidance plans, consulting with staff, coordinating testing, and providing individual and group counseling. The counselor also promotes a positive school climate, assists with crisis management, and supports student transitions.
Key focus areas include Develop a written guidance plan in cooperation with principal and Director of Counseling and Student Services, Consult with teachers and other staff members to promote maximum learning in the classroom, and Coordinate all basic skills, aptitude, and achievement testing K-5 (6) and provide interpretation to parents and teachers.
Successful candidates bring Master's Degree Guidance And Counseling, Valid Texas Teaching Certificate With Required Endorsements Or Training, and Valid Texas Counselor's Certification. Important skills include Excellent Communication Skills and Microsoft Applications. Preferred (not required): Program Management, Crisis Management Planning, Individual Counseling, and Group Counseling.
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Pay Grade: 841 (Min. $343.43 per day) Work Days: 194
Primary Purpose: Provide guidance and counseling services conducive to all students achieving their individual potential academically,socially, and emotionally Qualifications: Education/Certification:
Master's Degree Guidance and Counseling Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training Valid Texas counselor's certification Special Knowledge/Skills:
Excellent communication skills Technology skills including Microsoft applications Experience:
Two years of teaching experience Major Responsibilities and Duties: Program Management
Develop a written guidance plan in cooperation with principal and Director of Counseling and Student Services, outlining specific areas of responsibility, annual school guidance program goals, and activities for attaining goals Consult with teachers and other staff members to promote maximum learning in the classroom Coordinate all basic skills, aptitude, and achievement testing K-5 (6) and provide interpretation to parents and teachers Demonstrate skill in coaching staff and teachers, provide technical assistance to the instructional staff concerning counseling and guidance Teach and assist teachers to teach guidance units to help students in developing appropriate academic and personal/social skills Develop student improvement plans to assist students in developing their academic potential with teachers Keep informed of and comply with state, district and school policies for public school guidance and counseling Schedule guidance activities effectively and secure resources needed to accomplish goals Report to the principal on the status of performance and outcomes related to campus counseling Help the school and district develop policies and procedures to comply with federal and state laws concerning health and safety, including child abuse and neglect School/Organizational Climate
Promote a positive, caring climate for learning Deal consistently and equitably with all personnel Communicate and support expectations that are consistent with district objectives Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds Respond effectively to crisis situations School/Organizational Improvement
Develop long-range and short-range plans for a complete guidance program for the students assigned based Collaborate with campus administration on crisis management planning Student Management
Provide individual and group counseling for students with problems that affect the learning process Provide a peer support program for new and lonely students Participate with principal, teachers, and other support personnel to plan appropriate behavior management techniques for students Provide a program for successful transition of students from elementary to middle school Assist the principal and/or classroom teacher in implementing in-school suspension when needed Assist in determining proper placement of students, including placement of students in special programs Provide guidance and transition information to parents and students as students move from one grade to the next Professional Growth and Development
Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible and serve as a role model for all district staff Disseminate ideas and information to other professionals; provide leadership in addressing the challenges facing the profession Develop professional skills appropriate to guidance and counseling Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from superiors Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor School/Community Relations
Communicate clearly the district's needs and programs to the parents and the community and respond to their concerns in a timely manner Refer parents to appropriate community resources Maintain and be aware of community resources, referrals, and other assistance available to students and families Take an active role in communicating the district's guidance program to the community Maintain a respectful, professional demeanor and communication style with students, parents and staff Supervisory Responsibilities
Supervise assigned counseling aide(s) and clerical employee(s) Working Conditions: Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; maintain emotional control under stress Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent district-wide and occasional statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions
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