Ponder ISD - Elementary Couselor

Job Details

Region: 11
School District/Employer: Ponder ISD
District Category/Employer: Campus,
Position: Counselor,
Assignment Level: Level
  • Elementary
Area
  • Student Services
Job Title: Elementary Couselor
School: Ponder Upper Elementary School
Campus Description: Ponder Upper Elementary School houses our 4th and 5th grade students.
Date Posted: 9/19/2025
Deadline: Until Filled
Openings: 1
Commitment: Full Time
Description/Notes: Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school 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. Deliver guidance curriculum in various group sizes.
Educate students of skills necessary to address troublesome circumstances, support students in challenging situations, and assist students with needed resources to navigate crisis situations.
Qualifications: Education/Qualifications:
Master’s degree in counseling from an accredited college or university
Valid Texas school counselor certificate
Minimum of two years classroom experience preferred

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 or guardians, and district staff
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare package
4-Day work week calendar
TRS benefits
Employee childcare available
How To Apply: https://www.ponderisd.net/page/human-resources
Contact Shai Walker in Human Resources at swalker@ponderisd.net

Contact Person:

Name: James Hill
Email: jhill@ponderisd.net
Address: 400 West Bailey Street
City: Ponder
State: TX
Zip: 76259
Phone: (972) 880-1865
Fax: (940) 479-8209