K–5 STEM School Counselor
Primary Purpose
Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at the assigned STEM campus. Counsel students to fully develop each student's academic, career, personal, and social abilities while supporting the unique needs of a STEM-focused learning environment. Promote student belonging, problem solving, resilience, collaboration, and positive student identity through proactive counseling services, social-emotional learning, and campus-wide culture systems.
The counselor will work collaboratively with campus leadership, teachers, families, and community partners to create a safe, inclusive, and student-centered environment where all students believe they belong in STEM and are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. The counselor will also serve as the campus testing coordinator and oversee all state and local assessment administration procedures.
Qualifications
Education/Certification
- Master's degree in guidance/school counseling
- Valid Texas counseling certificate
- Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, career development, and state assessment procedures
- Knowledge of TEA testing guidelines, testing security protocols, and accommodations procedures
- 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
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
- Ability to analyze student data and develop interventions for academic, attendance, behavioral, and social-emotional concerns
- Proficiency with testing and student information systems including TIDE (Test Information Distribution Engine), TOMS (Texas Assessment Management System), and TestHound
- Two years teaching experience preferred
Guidance Program
- Implement a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program aligned to district and campus goals
- Provide guidance lessons and activities that support academic achievement, emotional wellness, career awareness, leadership, and STEM identity development
- Support students in developing skills such as collaboration, communication, problem solving, self-management, and resilience
- Assist students with goal setting, conflict resolution, and positive peer relationships
- Counsel individual students and small groups with identified concerns
- Respond appropriately to crisis situations and provide support services as needed
- Collaborate with families, teachers, administrators, and outside agencies to support student needs
- Maintain accurate and confidential student counseling records in accordance with state and federal guidelines
- Support the implementation of positive campus culture systems and student behavior expectations
- Assist in developing programs and activities that promote student belonging, attendance, engagement, and leadership
- Work collaboratively with campus leadership to support the social-emotional needs of all student groups
- Help create a campus environment where students feel safe, supported, challenged, and valued
- Coordinate the logistics of all state and local assessments, including scheduling, setting up test sessions, assigning staff, and ensuring testing readiness
- Monitor and maintain strict testing confidentiality and security in accordance with TEA guidelines and district expectations
- Report testing irregularities or security concerns immediately to the district testing coordinator and administration
- Train test administrators, proctors, and raters on assessment procedures, accommodations, and security protocols
- Organize, inventory, secure, distribute, and return all scorable and non-scorable testing materials
- Use systems such as TIDE (Test Information Distribution Engine), TOMS (Texas Assessment Management System), and TestHound to manage testing data, accommodations, and logistics
- Coordinate testing accommodations and support compliance with IEPs, 504 plans, emergent bilingual accommodations, and other approved supports
- Serve as the liaison between the district testing coordinator, campus administration, and campus staff regarding all testing procedures and communications
- Assist with the analysis and dissemination of assessment data to support instructional planning and intervention efforts
- Consult with teachers, parents, and staff regarding student needs and intervention strategies
- Participate in MTSS, 504, ARD, attendance, and other student support meetings as assigned
- Provide resources and training to staff and families related to student wellness and development
- Collaborate with campus staff to support successful student transitions and overall student achievement
- Maintain professional standards, ethical practices, and confidentiality
- Participate in district and campus professional development opportunities
- Comply with district policies and state and federal regulations
- Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal or district administration
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, walking, and prolonged sitting; moderate lifting and carrying may be required. Frequent interaction with students, parents, and staff.
Additional Job Information
Applying for this posting places your name in a pool of applicants who wish to be considered for this position. All applications will be reviewed. Not all applicants will be interviewed.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
FMLA regulations require all employers to post the updated FMLA notice.
LISD reserves the right to not fill positions if it is determined by the Superintendent to not be in the best interest of the district.
Apply Today: https://www.lufkinisd.org/page/human-resource-services
