School Counseling Field Supervisor Hourly University of North Texas - Denton United States, Texas, Denton 1155 Union Circle (Show on map) Aug 03, 2026

Title:

School Counseling Field Supervisor Hourly Employee Classification:

Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code Campus:

University of North Texas Division:

UNT-Student Affairs SubDivision-Department:

UNT-AVP Health and Wellness Department:

UNT-Counseling & Testing-160730

Job Location:

Denton Salary:

$25.00 an hour

FTE:

0.48

Retirement Eligibility:

Not Retirement Eligible About Us - Values Overview Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.

UNTSystem.edu. Department Summary The Department of Counseling and Higher Education promotes human development through education, research and service that advance the professions of, and scholarship in, counseling and higher education. Position Overview The School Counseling Field Supervisor provides mentorship, coaching, and evaluation for school counselor candidates during their practicum/internship experience. Working collaboratively with university faculty and site supervisors, the Field Supervisor conducts required observations, provides constructive feedback, and supports candidate development while ensuring compliance with Texas Education Agency (TEA), Texas Administrative Code (TAC), and university program requirements. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree in School Counseling or a closely related field. Valid School Counselor certification. Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a certified school counselor. Ability to complete required candidate observations and documentation in accordance with TEA, TAC, and university requirements. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of school counseling best practices, ethical standards, and the ASCA National Model. Knowledge of TEA and Texas Administrative Code requirements related to educator preparation and school counseling practicum experiences. Ability to observe, evaluate, and provide constructive, individualized feedback to counselor candidates. Strong coaching, mentoring, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to conduct pre-observation and post-observation conferences in a supportive and professional manner. Strong written communication and documentation skills. Ability to use electronic observation and assessment systems to complete required evaluations and documentation. Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple candidates and observation schedules. Ability to collaborate effectively with university faculty, site supervisors, and school personnel. Ability to conduct in-person and virtual observations as permitted by program and TAC requirements. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience serving as a practicum, internship, or field supervisor for counselor candidates. Experience working with educator preparation programs. Experience providing professional development, coaching, or mentoring to school counseling professionals. Required License/Registration/Certifications Valid Texas certification as a School Counselor. Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a certified school counselor. Completion of Texas Education Agency (TEA)-approved Field Supervisor Training for advanced certificate candidates, as required by the Texas Administrative Code (TAC), or the ability to complete the required training before serving as a field supervisor.

Job Duties Provide Clinical Supervision and Candidate Support:

Supervise school counselor practicum candidates by providing ongoing guidance, mentoring, and professional support throughout the clinical experience. Maintain regular communication with candidates and site supervisors to promote candidate growth and successful completion of program requirements.

Conduct Required Formal and Informal Observations:

Complete all required observations in accordance with Texas Education Agency (TEA) and Texas Administrative Code (TAC) requirements, including three formal observations (minimum total of 135 minutes) throughout the clinical experience as well as a minimum of three informal observations each semester, ensuring observations meet required timelines and delivery formats.

Facilitate Observation Conferences and Provide Feedback:

Conduct individualized pre-observation conferences, document educational practices observed, facilitate synchronous post-observation conferences, and provide timely, written feedback to candidates. Share formal observation feedback with the candidate's site supervisor and use observation data to support candidate development and targeted skill improvement. Maintain Compliance with

TEA and Program Requirements:

Ensure all supervision activities, observation documentation, and evaluations are completed accurately within the program's assessment system and in compliance with TEA certification standards, TAC regulations, and university policies. Maintain eligibility by holding a valid school counselor certification, possessing a minimum of three years of school counseling experience, and completing TEA-approved field supervisor training for advanced certificate candidates. Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information. Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Up to eight hours per week during the academic year. Driving University Vehicle No Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here. EEO Statement The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.