High School Counselor: Guidance & Student Growth (2026-27)

CYPRESS CREEK HIGH; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress Creek High School in Houston, TX seeks a School Counselor for the 2026-2027 year. The role requires a Texas School Counselor certificate and at least two years of classroom teaching experience, with duties spanning guidance curriculum, crisis response, and student planning.

Responsibilities include delivering guidance lessons, advising students and families, and coordinating with staff to support post-secondary planning and development within a dynamic secondary school setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a recognized college or university with Texas certification as a Professional School Counselor.
• A minimum of two years of successful experience as a classroom teacher.
• Valid Texas school counselor certificate.
• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Visionary leadership in public schools to work with faculties, families, and communities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver structured guidance lessons aligned with the district guidance curriculum.
• Instruct students and manage behavior in various group sizes (one-to-one, small group, large group).
• Present information to students, parents/guardians, and staff in diverse settings.
• Collaborate across curricular areas to integrate guidance into the content area curriculum.
• Create a balanced curriculum with activities, guest speakers, and technology tools.
• Provide crisis support and preventive services to address students' needs.
• Maintain student records and adhere to district policies and safety procedures.

Skills

Counseling knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Master’s degree; Texas Counselor certificate

Texas Professional School Counselor certificate

Two years teaching experience

Job description

Cypress Creek High School in Houston, TX seeks a School Counselor for the 2026-2027 year. The role requires a Texas School Counselor certificate and at least two years of classroom teaching experience, with duties spanning guidance curriculum, crisis response, and student planning.

Responsibilities include delivering guidance lessons, advising students and families, and coordinating with staff to support post-secondary planning and development within a dynamic secondary school setting.