The Guidance Counselor plans, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive guidance program, including counseling services for students. They utilize a planning process to identify the needs and priorities of the student population and deliver a proactive, developmental guidance program to support personal growth and development.
Qualifications include a master's degree in guidance and counseling, along with a valid Texas counselor's certificate.
Key skills required are knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development, as well as excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills. The counselor must maintain a calm, patient demeanor with students and staff.
Experience needed is at least three years of teaching experience.