135110 Counselor High School CTE

Job Title: Counselor High School CTE

Wage/Hour Status: Daily, Exempt

Reports to: Principal Page Grade: C02

Dept/School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: June 5, 2013

Primary Purpose

Promote, implement, and evaluate an effective, comprehensive, developmental counseling and guidance
program for students entering or participating in the CTE Sequential Coherent Sequence.

Qualifications

Education/Certification
Master's degree
Valid Texas School Counselor Certificate

Experience
Two years teaching or counseling experience

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional and Program Management

1. Assumes primary responsibility for all students entering or participating in the CTE Sequential
Coherent Sequence.

2. Assumes primary responsibility in the recruitment process for CTE and CCTE programs.
3. Assumes primary responsibility for Campus CTE accounting and PEIMS coding provisions as

outlined in Section 5 of the Texas Education Agency Student Attendance Accounting Handbook.
4. Helps students and parents interpret required state test scores, as well as: TELPAS, CBE, End of

Course Exams (EOC), PLAN, PSAT, ACT, SAT, Accuplacer and ASVAB results.
5. Helps identify students with special needs and make proper referrals for services.
6. Reviews and verifies PBMAS information for Career and Technical Education Compliance.
7. Monitors training plans within Career Preparation and Practicum based programs.
8. Provides individual and group counseling to address academic, career, and personal/social needs.
9. Consults with students and parents regarding college and career exploration and planning, to include

yearly updates of student programs of study and personal graduation plans.
10. Participates in student ARDs.
11. Reviews student course selections and credits earned for placement, promotion, graduation, or entry

into further schooling.
12. Audits student educational records (transcript, CCRP, PGP, and Cumulative Folder).
13. Assists students and parents with all phases of the college admission process, to include: preparation

of college,, scholarship, and employment applications; Senior College Admission and Financial Aid
Night programs; NCAA student athlete information; college and career search, college bound parent
meetings; and Dual Credit Enrollment information.

School/Organizational Climate

14. Communicates and promotes high expectations for student performance and behavior.
15. Participates in establishing and maintaining a positive school climate.
16. Fosters collegiality and team-building among staff.
17. Communicates effectively with students, parents, staff, and community.
18. Contributes and supports colleagues in accomplishing the school's mission.
School/Organizational Improvement

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19. Identifies, analyzes and applies research findings to facilitate the delivery of a comprehensive,
developmental counseling and guidance program.

20. Develops, maintains, and utilizes the TEAMS information systems and records necessary (transcripts,
cumulative folders, College and Career Readiness Planner (CCRP), and Program of Study (POS)) for
attainment of District graduation goals.

21. Provides student information and assists with decision-making regarding academic, personal, and
social/emotional matters at the campus.

22. Maintains and updates Audit Cards.
23. Plans, coordinates, and participates in the High School Graduation ceremony.

Administration/ Management

24. Complies with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule, and
District Board legal and local, bulletins, and regulation policy.

25. Manages work activities and resources effectively to accomplish Guidance and Counseling and
District goals.

Student Management

26. Assists in placing students in correct classification and in correct courses to match progress as
reflected on the official transcript.

27. Consults with parents, teachers, administrators, and outside agencies to help students and families
address academic, personal, and social/emotional needs.

28. Reviews and translates transcripts, and develops class schedules for all students assigned.
29. Attends ARD and Section 504 meetings for case load, as needed.
30. Presents classroom guidance lessons for all grade levels 9th through 12th related to academic, personal

and social/emotional issues.
31. Plans and aligns collaboratively with middle school and high school counselors regarding the

transition from middle school to high school to meet the academic, emotional and social needs of all
students.

32. Provides training to faculty, staff, and students on recognizing signs of emotional, physical, and
sexual abuse as well as the legal requirements for reporting the abuse to appropriate authorities.

33. Provides training to faculty, staff and students on recognizing signs of suicidal ideation and protocol
for reporting to appropriate authorities.

34. Provides training to faculty, staff, and students on recognizing signs of harassment/bullying and teen
dating violence, and protocol and intervention.

35. Follows District policy for placing students in correct grade levels.

School/Community Relations

36. Provides information to parents about the following: District policies and procedures, course
offerings, high school course offerings, Program of Study (POS), high school graduation plans
(minimum, recommended, and DAP), magnet school information, early college high school
(Associates Degree), dual credit, and advanced academics (PAP, AP).

37. Provides information to parents about students academic records, unofficial transcripts, and progress
for graduation.

38. Coordinates campus visits for representatives of colleges, universities, agencies, businesses, military
recruiters, and other community resources.

39. Projects a positive image to the community.

Professional Growth and Development

40. Utilizes performance evaluation results and the appraisal process to improve performance.
41. Improves counseling skills and knowledge through available in-service training and self-initiated

professional training opportunities.

135110 Counselor High School CTE

42. Develops and maintains positive working relationships with other school professionals and
representatives of community resources.

43. Participates in professional development to improve skills and knowledge related to job assignment.
44. Adheres to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional and responsible.
45. Reports to the principal in writing, any identified irregularities found with student academic records.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None
Physical and Mental Job Requirements

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Maintains emotional control under stress; prolonged and irregular hours; occasional district wide and
state travel.

Terms of Employment

206 days; salary to be established by the Board of Trustees

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.

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The El Paso Independent School District does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment
practices on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, citizenship, military
status, disability, genetic information, gender stereotyping and perceived sexuality, or on any other basis
prohibited by law. Inquiries concerning the application of Titles VI, VII, IX, and Section 504 may be
referred to the District compliance officer, Patricia Cortez, at 230-2033; Section 504 inquiries regarding
students may be referred to Cecilia Whiteman at 230-2836.

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de El Paso no discrimina en los programas de educación o en prácticas de
empleo usando el criterio de raza, color, edad, sexo, religión, origen nacional, estado civil, ciudadanía,
estado militar, discapacidad, información genética, estereotipo sexual o sexualidad percibida, u otra
práctica prohibida por la ley. Preguntas acerca de la aplicación del título VI, VII o IX, y la Sección 504
pueden ser referidas al oficial del distrito, Patricia Cortez al 230-2033; preguntas sobre 504 tocante a
estudiantes pueden ser referidas a Cecilia Whiteman al 230-2836