Academic Counselor

Academic Planning and Graduation Support Guide students in planning academic coursework aligned with Texas graduation requirements.Monitor student progress toward graduation and recommend interventions to support on-time completion.Review transcripts and determine student eligibility for graduation requirements and diploma completion.Assist with graduation planning and ceremony preparation.Plan and facilitate academic awards and recognition.Plan, develop, and facilitate new student transition plan.Provide guidance on college, career, military, and postsecondary readiness opportunities.Share resources related to college applications, SAT/ACT timelines, financial aid, and career pathways.Assist students in developing long-term academic and career goals based on interests, strengths, and data.Support development of Four-Year Plans and CCMR readiness pathways.Communication and Family Engagement Facilitate ongoing communication with students, parents, and staff regarding registration, enrollment, graduation requirements, course offerings, testing, and academic support.Communicate information through webinars, newsletters, email, phone, websites, and guidance documents.Consult and collaborate with students, parents, teachers, administrators, and community stakeholders to address student needs and develop support plans.Provide families with current information and resources related to academic planning, CCMR readiness, college and career planning, and available support services.Coordinate study skills support, advisory activities, tutoring resources, and referrals to community programs and services.Support effective communication between families, teachers, specialists, and administrators.Offer individual and group counseling related to academic planning, decision-making, and personal adjustment needs.Deliver a developmental guidance curriculum in a virtual format addressing:Academic success skillsCareer explorationSocial-emotional developmentProvide responsive counseling services for students experiencing academic, behavioral, or personal challenges.Identify and support students in crisis and coordinate appropriate interventions and referrals.Student Records, CCMR, and Support Services Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely student records in compliance with state and university requirements.Manage student data, transcripts, schedules, test scores, and cumulative records using available campus systems (i.e., Skyward SIS, Box, and spreadsheets).Obtain, interpret, and communicate student assessment and academic performance data.Monitor and support College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) indicators for high school students.Participate in top ten percent ranking processes and state reporting requirements.Coordinate support services through systematic monitoring of student progress and individual student needs.Assist with implementation of state testing, G/T, 504, and special education services.Collaborate with curriculum and administrative teams to support campus and district improvement goals.Participate in data reporting, course planning, marketing, and collaborative activities supporting UTHS programs and services.Program Management and System Support Assist in the implementation and evaluation of the schools comprehensive counseling program.Use campus and student data to identify needs and prioritize services.Participate in campus improvement planning and decision-making processes.Provide consultation and professional development to staff on student needs.Collaborate with community agencies and higher education institutions.Maintain compliance with TEA, FERPA, University of Texas, and local policies.Support virtual learning success through engagement monitoring and intervention systems.