Luling ISD - JH Counselor

Luling ISD
Job Details
Region
13
School District/Employer
Luling ISD
District Category/Employer
,
Position
Counselor,
Assignment Level
Level Middle School
Job Title
JH Counselor
School
Gilbert Gerdes Junior High
Campus Description
Date Posted
5/27/2025
Deadline
Until Filled
Openings
1
Commitment
Full Time
Description/Notes
2025-2026 School Year Primary Purpose: Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at assigned campus. Counsel students to fully develop each student’s academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special population students. Major Responsibilities and Duties: Guidance Plan and conduct structured group lessons to deliver district’s guidance curriculum effectively and in accordance with students’ developmental needs. Collaborate with teachers who teach guidance-related curriculum. Guide individual students, groups of students, and parents to plan, monitor, and manage the student’s own educational and career development including creating and reviewing personal graduation plans and providing information about post-secondary opportunities. Use accepted theories and effective techniques of developmental guidance to counsel individual students, small groups of students, and parents to plan, monitor, and manage a student’s own personal and social development. Provide preventive, remedial, and crisis counseling as needed. Consultation Coordinate school, home, and community resources and refer students, parent, and others to special programs and services as needed. Work collaboratively to advocate for individual students and specific groups of students. Assessment Interpret standardized test results and assessment data to guide students in individual goal setting and planning. Program Management and Administration Plan, implement, evaluate, and promote continuous improvement of a balanced comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program that includes guidance curriculum, responsive services, individual planning, and system support components. Advocate for a school environment that acknowledges and respects diversity. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations Adhere to legal, ethical, and professional standards for school counselors including current professional standards of competence and practice. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior Environment: Work inside, may work outside Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours
Qualifications
Education/Certification: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university Valid Texas school counselor certificate Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff Experience: Two years teaching experience preferred
Salary Range
Days: 217 days Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $59,628-$81,834
Benefits
Health Benefits - LISD contributes to an employee's TRS Health Coverage. Please refer to the LISD Teacher Salary Scale for current contribution levels.
How To Apply
Please apply through the Luling ISD On-Line Application System at www.luling.txed.net
Contact Information
Name
Kelli Johnson
Email
kelli.johnson@luling.txed.net
Address
218 East Bowie
City
Luling
State
TX
Zip
78648-2904
Phone
(830) 875-3191
Fax
(830) 875-3193
Additional Information
ESC Region
ESC13
Position
Counselor
Posted Date
May 27, 2025
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