Guidance Counselor Jobs in Texas

A Guidance Counselor, also known as a School Counselor, plays a crucial role in school administration. They provide support to students, helping them with their academic, career, and emotional development. They often work closely with teachers, administrators, and parents to ensure that students are getting the help they need. Guidance Counselors also play a role in crisis intervention, working with students who are struggling with issues such as bullying, family problems, or mental health concerns. They may also help with college and career planning, providing information and resources to students as they prepare for life after high school.

A Guidance Counselor should be a good listener and communicator, and should have strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. They must also be compassionate and empathetic, with a deep understanding of child psychology and development. A master's degree in school counseling or a related field is typically required, and most states require school counselors to be certified or licensed. Prior to becoming a Guidance Counselor, a person may have roles such as a Teacher, a Social Worker, or a School Psychologist, all of which can provide valuable experience and skills for the counseling role.

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Academic Success Coach II

  • Kingsville, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Kingsville, TX
  • 4 hours ago

Job Title Academic Success Coach II Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department Special Programs Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Kingsville, Texas Job Type Staff Job...

School Counselor

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 4 hours ago

The school counselor should be the educational professional who has the holistic view of the students’ overall academic plans and progress....

High School Counselor

  • Bowie, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bowie, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Description/Notes: Bowie High School is currently accepting applications for a Counselor position. All interested applicants please apply online and contact Joanne Keeler at ... Qualifications:...

Military Family Life School Counselor - Fort Cavazos, TX (2025-2026 School Year)

  • Fort Cavazos, TX
  • 12 hours ago
  • Fort Cavazos, TX
  • 12 hours ago

Leidos is hiring licensed behavioral health professionals to join our Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC) Child and Youth Behavioral team to support Fort Cavozos Military Installation near...

Counselor - High - School Year 2025-2026 (Anticipated Vacancies)

  • Houston, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Qualifications/Skills: Education/Certification: Master's degree in guidance counseling. Valid Texas counseling certificate or counseling certificate from out of state appropriate for position....

Counselor - Middle - School Year 2025-2026 (Anticipated Vacancies)

  • Houston, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Qualifications/Skills: Education/Certification: Master's degree in guidance counseling. Valid Texas counseling certificate or counseling certificate from out of state appropriate for position....

Leidos is hiring licensed behavioral health professionals to join our Military and Family Life Counselor (MFLC) Child and Youth Behavioral team to support Fort Cavozos Military Installation near...

Elementary School: Counselor

  • Hempstead, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Hempstead, TX
  • 1 day ago

Description/Notes: Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelors degree from accredited university Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or training for subject and...

Academic Coach-Upward Bound (Grant Funded)

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of HCC student services and instructional support services available to students; 12. Must be able to collect, update, manage and maintain data and produce reporting; and 13....

School Counselor - Our Lady of Perpetual Help

  • Selma, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Selma, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Type Full-time Description Employment Status: Full-time FLSA Status: Exempt/Salary *Full-time Benefits may include: Paid Holidays/Holy Days, 403b Retirement, 401 (a) Pension Plan, Medical,...

Elementary School Counselor (25-26)

  • Cuero, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Cuero, TX
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master’s degree in guidance counseling Valid Texas counseling certificate Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and...

Counselor - Middle School

  • Round Rock, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Round Rock, TX
  • 1 day ago

counseling or classroom teaching experience....

Athletics Academic Coach/Tutor

  • Denton, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Denton, TX
  • 1 day ago

Athletics Academic Coach/Tutor 511193 Denton, Texas, United States Hourly Title: Athletics Academic Coach/Tutor Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code Campus: University of North...

Counselor - High School

  • Lewisville, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Lewisville, TX
  • 1 day ago

Counselor - High School JobID: 9154 Position Type: Professionals/School Counselor Date Posted: 4/22/2025 Location: THE COLONY HS 004 Date Available: 8/4/2025 Attachment(s): Counselor - High School

Secondary School Counselor (Potential 2025-2026 School Year)

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 2 days ago

USES ACCEPTED THEORIES AND TECHNIQUES APPROPRIATE TO SCHOOL COUNSELING. Uses accepted theories. Uses effective techniques....

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Salary for Guidance Counselor Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Guidance Counselor positions.



Highest Education Level

Guidance Counselors in Texas offer the following education background
Master's Degree
63.2%
Bachelor's Degree
19.7%
Doctorate Degree
11.1%
Associate's Degree
2.2%
High School or GED
1.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.4%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Guidance Counselors in Texas
None
27.5%
1-2 years
24.5%
Less than 1 year
24.0%
2-4 years
24.0%



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