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PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To plan, implement, evaluate and promote a comprehensive developmental counseling program through Accountability, Program Management and Delivery of Services based on the foundational standards of the Counseling Services Department.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Teach district’s developmental guidance curriculum consistent with district’s counseling program plan and tailored to campus needs.
• Develop, maintain and publicize a yearly campus counseling calendar.
• Set annual counseling department goals to support student needs and/or the campus improvement plan.
• Support teacher implementation of Second Step, the Leander ISD social skills curriculum.
• Guide individuals and groups of students to develop education plans and career awareness.
• Counsel individual students and small groups with presenting needs and concerns.
• Consult and collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators, community leaders and other stakeholders to promote and support student success. Collaborate with counseling peers by attending assigned PLC group meetings.
• Maintain a communication system that effectively collects and disseminates information to other professionals as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain professional relationships with administrators, teacher, other school personnel, parents, community members.
• Provide families/students referrals to special programs, services, and community resources.
• Interpret tests and other appraisal results appropriately and communicate to school personnel, students, and their parents.
• Plan events and activities to support the comprehensive counseling program goals and student needs of the campus.
• Evaluate the components of the counseling program and make changes based on data.
• Develop and implement a plan to educate school staff, parents, and community members about the comprehensive counseling program. .
• Respond to crisis situations when appropriate.
• Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in guidance and counseling area.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance to ensure a consistent focus on student learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise assigned counseling aide(s) and clerical employee(s).

GENERAL QUALIFICATION GUIDELINES
Education/Certification/Experience:

• Masters degree in guidance and counseling.
• Valid Texas School Counselor Certificate.
• Two years teaching experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development.
• Skill in communication, organization, problem-solving, critical thinking and flexibility.
• Ability to present information accurately and clearly; manage multiple priorities and projects; and counsel students towards expected results.

Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands
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.

• Often operates a computer and other office productivity machinery (i.e., a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer).
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Frequently communicates with other employees or public. Must be able to exchange accurate information.
• Maintain composure and professionalism at all times.
• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
• Ability to understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on short-term basis.
• Ability to make decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside immediate work unit.