Dallas Independent School District
Anticipated Counselor (Grades: EC-5)
Dallas Independent School District, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
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Anticipated Counselor (Grades: EC-5)
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Dallas Independent School District
Primary Purpose: Provide leadership and coordinate the implementation of an effective comprehensive school counseling program and support students in their psychological, academic and social development.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Student & School-Wide Support
Promote District initiatives and a growth mindset when working with staff, parents, community, and students.
Assist with planning and implementation of transitioning plans from elementary to middle, middle to high, and high school to a post‑secondary institution.
Serve as the communication liaison between the Counseling Services department and the campus leadership team meetings and other campus meetings.
Serve as the designated liaison for inter‑district communications.
Facilitate School wide Counseling Initiatives and Activities.
Review records and communicate findings for summer school policies and protocols.
Submit reports as requested by Counseling Services throughout the year.
Coordinate all mandated faculty and staff professional development trainings at the campus level.
Create and facilitate campus needs assessments to assess the effectiveness of the Comprehensive School Counseling Program.
Present and deliver pertinent information during Parent Teacher Student Association Meetings.
Arrange Vertical team meetings with all counselors within the Feeder Pattern.
Coordinate Guidance Advisory Committee Meetings with identified stakeholders.
Create Counseling departmental calendar that aligns with the district counseling services departmental calendar.
Organize and facilitate weekly campus counseling team meetings.
Assist in the identification and implementation of interventions to enhance student success and reduce dropout rates.
Become primary point of contact for all stakeholders as it relates to receiving and disseminating information.
Assist in monitoring and review of student’s academic record to identify course selection for correct placement in courses and programs, related to state accountability standards, including College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR).
Monitor Programs
Assist with monitoring PEIMS data collection to ensure appropriate data submission to the Texas Education Agency.
Assist school counselors to develop, implement and document classroom guidance lessons for all grade levels PK through 12th related to academic, personal and social/emotional issues.
Plan, coordinate, and document review of programs, initiatives, and goals of Counseling and Advising as requested by the Director, Counseling and Advising.
Communication and Community Relations
Serve as a District representative to a variety of District and community committees.
Demonstrate professional and responsible work habits.
Use professional written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Develop, promote, and support a District‑wide culture focused on student learning goals, with an emphasis on trust, respect and responsibility for students, parents, teachers and staff.
Provide quality customer service and professional behavior when working with staff, parents, community, and students.
Maintain ongoing communication with Principals and the Director, Counseling and Advising.
Special Knowledge And Skills
Knowledge of the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Model, Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs, Career and Technical Education Programs, State of Texas graduation plans, PK‑12 guidance and curriculum, credit accrual in high school, community agency resources and referral process, and group and systems processing.
Ability to organize, coordinate, present District‑wide training; strong organizational, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills; computer knowledge in district student management systems; data interpretation; and budget and project management.
Master’s degree in Guidance Counseling; valid Texas counseling certificate; valid Texas teacher certificate.
Effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of employees, staff members, and the general public.
Competence with technology required in a professional office.
Effective and efficient decision‑making skills.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects and assignments; flexibility required.
Knowledgeable of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and facilitating student growth.
Knowledgeable of social and emotional learning competencies, restorative practices, and positive behavior interventions.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
Demonstrated ability to coach school staff and provide support with implementing SEL‑based approaches.
Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Work Locations Nathan Adams Elementary
Job Details Campus‑Counselor Full‑time Minimum Salary: $59,452.00 Median Salary: $74,311.00 Job Posting: Oct 31, 2025
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Anticipated Counselor (Grades: EC-5)
role at
Dallas Independent School District
Primary Purpose: Provide leadership and coordinate the implementation of an effective comprehensive school counseling program and support students in their psychological, academic and social development.
BASIC FUNCTIONS Student & School-Wide Support
Promote District initiatives and a growth mindset when working with staff, parents, community, and students.
Assist with planning and implementation of transitioning plans from elementary to middle, middle to high, and high school to a post‑secondary institution.
Serve as the communication liaison between the Counseling Services department and the campus leadership team meetings and other campus meetings.
Serve as the designated liaison for inter‑district communications.
Facilitate School wide Counseling Initiatives and Activities.
Review records and communicate findings for summer school policies and protocols.
Submit reports as requested by Counseling Services throughout the year.
Coordinate all mandated faculty and staff professional development trainings at the campus level.
Create and facilitate campus needs assessments to assess the effectiveness of the Comprehensive School Counseling Program.
Present and deliver pertinent information during Parent Teacher Student Association Meetings.
Arrange Vertical team meetings with all counselors within the Feeder Pattern.
Coordinate Guidance Advisory Committee Meetings with identified stakeholders.
Create Counseling departmental calendar that aligns with the district counseling services departmental calendar.
Organize and facilitate weekly campus counseling team meetings.
Assist in the identification and implementation of interventions to enhance student success and reduce dropout rates.
Become primary point of contact for all stakeholders as it relates to receiving and disseminating information.
Assist in monitoring and review of student’s academic record to identify course selection for correct placement in courses and programs, related to state accountability standards, including College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR).
Monitor Programs
Assist with monitoring PEIMS data collection to ensure appropriate data submission to the Texas Education Agency.
Assist school counselors to develop, implement and document classroom guidance lessons for all grade levels PK through 12th related to academic, personal and social/emotional issues.
Plan, coordinate, and document review of programs, initiatives, and goals of Counseling and Advising as requested by the Director, Counseling and Advising.
Communication and Community Relations
Serve as a District representative to a variety of District and community committees.
Demonstrate professional and responsible work habits.
Use professional written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
Develop, promote, and support a District‑wide culture focused on student learning goals, with an emphasis on trust, respect and responsibility for students, parents, teachers and staff.
Provide quality customer service and professional behavior when working with staff, parents, community, and students.
Maintain ongoing communication with Principals and the Director, Counseling and Advising.
Special Knowledge And Skills
Knowledge of the American School Counseling Association (ASCA) National Model, Texas Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs, Career and Technical Education Programs, State of Texas graduation plans, PK‑12 guidance and curriculum, credit accrual in high school, community agency resources and referral process, and group and systems processing.
Ability to organize, coordinate, present District‑wide training; strong organizational, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills; computer knowledge in district student management systems; data interpretation; and budget and project management.
Master’s degree in Guidance Counseling; valid Texas counseling certificate; valid Texas teacher certificate.
Effective interpersonal skills to interact with all levels of employees, staff members, and the general public.
Competence with technology required in a professional office.
Effective and efficient decision‑making skills.
Ability to coordinate multiple projects and assignments; flexibility required.
Knowledgeable of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and facilitating student growth.
Knowledgeable of social and emotional learning competencies, restorative practices, and positive behavior interventions.
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents.
Demonstrated ability to coach school staff and provide support with implementing SEL‑based approaches.
Demonstrated ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Work Locations Nathan Adams Elementary
Job Details Campus‑Counselor Full‑time Minimum Salary: $59,452.00 Median Salary: $74,311.00 Job Posting: Oct 31, 2025
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