High School Counselor

Professional/Certified
- Position Type/Grade Level
- Counselor

Job Number

Start Date 07/13/2026

Open Date 06/22/2026

Job Title
:
College & Career Readiness Advisor

Exempt/Nonexempt
:
Exempt/Professional

Reports to
:
Campus Principal

Workday Calendar
: 209 Days

Dept./School
:
High School

Pay Scale
:
Teacher Salary Scale/Counselor

The job of Career Counselor was established for the purpose of assisting students in understanding their choices for post‑secondary education and career training, maintaining liaisons with community leaders and business; providing information and/or direction to students, parents, teachers, and administrators about career and educational services available to eligible students; developing and monitoring program data and reports; and promoting programs with students, staff and parents.

Education/Certification:

• Master's degree in guidance counseling or school administration
• Valid Texas counseling certificate or administrator's certificate

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Knowledge of college & 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, and district staff
• Knowledge of regulations and laws related to graduation plans, college admissions, testing, scholarships/student financial aid and Career and Technical Education programs.

Experience:

Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

• Compiles data from a variety of sources for the purpose of evaluating program success and/or complying with financial, legal, administrative and federal monitoring requirements.
• Coordinates a variety of events and programs (e.g. student assessments, classroom presentations, career fairs; college visits; field trips, student placement and follow‑up, teacher and counselor in‑services, self‑esteem programs, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the smooth transition from middle school to high school to post‑secondary training and/or employment.
• Evaluates program success for the purpose of modifying and/or enhancing program structure; and meeting mandated requirements.
• Maintains liaisons with post‑secondary institutions, employers, community leaders and organizations for the purpose of building resources and expanding program opportunities for eligible students.
• Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and committee (e.g. community organization, Advisory Committee, district in‑service, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and remaining knowledgeable of program guidelines.
• Prepare a wide variety of manual and electronic reports and materials (e.g. Program mandated and funding reports, brochures, mailers, etc.) for the purpose of communicating with staff, students and community, and complying with program requirements.

• Working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods.
• Directing other persons within a small work unit
• Operating within a defined budget.
• Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Assign appropriate tasks and assignments to clerical staff for department.
• Other duties as assigned by the campus principal.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used
:
Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture
:
Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion
:
Frequent walking

Lifting
:
Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment
:
Work inside, may work outside

Mental Demands
:
Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Building/Campus Taft High School

Salary Type Annually

Technology Literacy E-mail, Spreadsheets, Word Processing, Internet, Power Point

Subject Area/Teaching Field/Endorsement Counselor, Vocational, Counselor

• 209 Workday Calendar
• $400 Employer Contribution towards district health insurance
• $25,000 life insurance policy paid by district
• Low supplemental insurance plans available at employee choice & payment