Head Counselor (23-24 SY Pool)

Position Title: Head Counselor

Job Title: Head Counselor

Function: Academic Support

Family: Student Services

Reports to: Campus Principal Pay Grade: E17

Terms of • 215 days per year. FLSA Classification: Exempt
Employment: • Probationary-Educator employment agreement.

• Salary is in the pay grade E17 on the Exempt

for directly related experience.

Funding This position is 100% funded through Title l, Part A (Fund 211). Annual employment is

Source: contingent upon the availability of funds.

Job Scope

Leads and develops daily activities of a department or function. Uses significant independent judgment and
familiarity of the field to perform work. Responsible for administration of various complex departmental programs
and serves as the lead a group of employees. Develops policies and procedures and oversee implementation and

execution of them. Typically required to complete tasks of junior -level roles, when needed. Typically required to
complete tasks of junior-level roles, when needed. Typically reports to the Top Executive/Superintendent
performing highly complex assignments using expert skill & knowledge.

Position Summary

The Head Counselor, under the supervision of the Principal and the Director of Guidance, is responsible for

providing leadership to the campus Guidance and Counseling program. Counsel students to fully develop each
student’s academic, career, personal and social abilities and address the needs of special population students.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Plans and implements a balanced, school guidance and counseling program to ensure they meet

identified needs, priorities, and program objectives.
2. Teaches campus developmental guidance curriculum consistent with district’s guidance program plan and

tailored to campus needs.
3. Provides guidance and support to teachers in the teaching of guidance-related curriculum.
4. Serves as the College Coordinator in working with colleagues, College Bound Advisors, Go Center Staff and

partners to ensure that all students are provided equal opportunities and access to College and Career

readiness activities.
5. Provides counseling to students individually or in small groups as needed.
6. Consults with parents, school personnel, and persons concerned help them increase the effectiveness of

student education and promote student success.
7. Establishes and maintains professional relationships with administrators, teacher, other school personnel,

parents, community members.
8. Collaborates with school and community personnel to provide resources for students.

9. Participates in planning and evaluation of campus standardized testing programs.

Revised: 04/17/2023

10. Interprets tests and other appraisal results appropriately and communicate to school personnel, students,

parents, and persons concerned.
11. Oversees and assures all counseling related duties assigned to the counselors are accomplished.

12. Responsible for gathering, maintaining, and disseminating information to district stakeholders, students,
parents, and the community; promote guidance and counseling program/services.

13. Participates in district and campus staff development programs to expand their knowledge base, learn
new practices and techniques, and embrace new technology.

14. Attends and participates in faculty meetings and serve on committees as required.
15. Submits status reports on progress of college and career/guidance program/activities monthly and /or as

requested.
16. Serves as the liaison between counselors and administration.

17. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities
expected for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in School Counseling from an accredited college or university.

• Valid Texas certification as a Counselor.

• 8+ years’ experience in counseling to include:

(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and

diplomacy.

• Excellent ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, families, district

• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal and career development.

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional

exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.

Revised: 04/17/2023

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines; frequent sitting,

standing, walking, climbing, balancing, pulling and pushing; reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing,
speaking clearly, visual acuity and prolonged data input; occasional lift/carry light, moderate 15 -44 pounds.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

• None
  

It is the policy of San Antonio ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age,
sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or disability in its vocational programs, services or
activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education

Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and SAISD's board policies
DIA, FFH, and FFI.

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