School Counselor Apprentice (Elementary)
Position Type:Student Support Services/Guidance CounselorDate Posted:4/10/2026Location:Marlin Elementary SchoolPrimary Purpose:The Counselor Apprentice supports the implementation of the district's comprehensive school counseling program while completing requirements toward Texas school counselor certification. This grow-your-own role provides structured, supervised, and hands-on field-based experiences aligned to the American School Counselor Association National Model, with an emphasis on academic planning, social emotional learning, college and career readiness, and student support servicesQualifications:Education/Certification:Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, requiredValid Texas Teacher Certification, preferredEnrollment in or intent to enroll in a Texas School Counseling certification program, preferred Demonstrated interest in student support services, SEL, graduation planning, college readiness, truancy prevention, and parent engagementSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of student support systems and/or secondary academic planningAbility to communicate effectively with students, families, and staffStrong organizational, documentation, and data monitoring skillsAbility to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgmentCommitment to student success and educational equityExcellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsAbility to instruct students and manage student behaviorAbility to present information in one-on-one, small-group, and large-group settings to students, parents or guardians, and district staffExperience: 2 years as a classroom teacher, requiredMajor Responsibilities and DutiesGuidance CurriculumAssist in facilitating small-group sessions related to social emotional learning, attendance improvement, behavior support, and student successSupport implementation of district SEL initiatives aligned to CASEL competenciesSupport student portal navigation, including helping students view grades, attendance, schedules, and missing assignmentsSupport parent workshops, webinars, attendance awareness sessions, and district family engagement initiativesAssist with coordination of college educational activities, career exploration activities, and military readiness opportunitiesProvide attendance and truancy prevention awareness lessons for students and families focused on compulsory attendance requirements, and academic successResponsive ServicesProvide supervised support for individual student check-ins focused on academic progress, attendance, behavior, and goal settingSupport interventions for at-risk students, including students identified for chronic absenteeism or truancy concerns, through data monitoring and follow-up servicesAssist with truancy prevention strategies, including student conferences, parent meetings, attendance improvement plans, and referrals to appropriate support servicesProvide supervised support related to coping skills, organization, resilience, and student self-managementConnect students and families to mental health, social services, and community resources as directedAssist with parent communication related to attendance, truancy prevention, SEL supports, and student concernsIndividual PlanningAssist with student academic, college, career, and military readiness planningSupport development of individual attendance intervention plans for students at risk of grade loss due to excessive absencesSupport age-appropriate goal setting and academic planning through individual student conferences focused on growth, behavior, and future readiness.System SupportMaintain accurate records, documentation, student support logs, and attendance intervention documentationAssist with data collection related to attendance, truancy, academic progress, behavior, and counseling outcomesPrepare reports and summaries for campus and district leadership as assignedSupport compliance with district, state, and federal requirements related to student services, compulsory attendance, and family engagementCollaborate with teachers, administrators, counselors, PEIMS staff, attendance clerks, and community partners to support student outcomesAttend district counseling professional development and required trainingsParticipate in weekly coaching and mentorship with a certified school counselorDemonstrate progress aligned to ASCA professional competencies and district expectationsSupport district parent engagement events, family nights, and campus-based outreach effortsOther Related DutiesComplete required practicum or internship hours, if enrolled in a counselor preparation programPerform other student services, counseling, attendance, and family engagement duties as assigned by campus and district leadershipOther duties as assigned by campus administration