[Hiring] COUNSELOR, Virtual Pathways @Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District

Role Description

The role involves providing guidance and support to students through a structured curriculum and responsive services, ensuring their academic, personal, and social development.

Qualifications
• Master’s degree from a recognized, accredited college or university, with a valid Texas Certificate as a Professional School Counselor
• A minimum of two (2) years of successful experience as a classroom teacher
• Valid Texas school counselor certificate
• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Visionary leadership in public schools to work with faculties, families, and communities of the 21st Century

Requirements
• Probationary/Term Contract: 200 days, $68,670 (IA-3)
• Years of teaching experience will be considered when determining starting salary
• Salary Range (based on experience) as set by the Board of Trustees
• Candidates for counselor positions may receive credit for certified teaching experience for salary calculation purposes

Benefits
• Supportive work environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Health and wellness programs

Essential Functions
• Guidance Curriculum:
• Plan, organize, implement, and deliver structured group lessons according to the district’s guidance curriculum in a virtual setting
• Instruct students and manage their ability to present information in various settings
• Teach school guidance curriculum components using effective instructional strategies
• Collaborate with students, staff, parents, and the community to identify priorities
• Create a balanced curriculum with engaging delivery techniques
• Responsive Services:
• Use accepted theories and effective techniques of developmental guidance to support students
• Implement remediation practices to assist students in coping with problems
• Provide continued support through individual and small group counseling
• Serve as an impartial resource for interpersonal conflicts
• Individual Planning:
• Create developmental and age-appropriate school counseling services
• Utilize digital platforms for academic planning and guidance
• Advocate for a diverse and equitable school environment
• Interpret standardized test results and guide students in goal setting
• System Support:
• Collect and interpret testing data to address specific student needs
• Conduct an annual program audit for accountability and action plans
• Participate in campus-based school improvement planning
• Communicate the counseling program’s management system to stakeholders
• Engage in staff development and continuing education opportunities
• Other Related Duties:
• Ensure student records are maintained as required by regulations
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law
• Adhere to legal, ethical, and professional standards for school counselors
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures
• Demonstrate proficiency in technology integration for virtual learning
• Employ strong virtual communication skills
• Show flexibility and adaptability in navigating new technologies

Working Conditions
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions
• Occasional prolonged and irregular hours