Work Environment
Daily Activities
Career Pathway
Salary & Benefits
It Might Be for You IF:
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Where do MOST school counselors work?

elementary, middle and high schools  

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Counselors assist with academic strategies, social emotional support and __________________ planning

college and career

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School counselor typically have a __________ degree in education, psychology or related field.

Bachelor's

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Median salary for school counselors is __________

$56,000 per year

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You are a great __________

listener or problem solver

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How many months do MOST school counselors work each year?

10

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School counselors can write letters of ______________

recommendation

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TRUE OR FALSE: School Counselors need a Master's Degree to get a license.

TRUE: Master's Degree in School Counseling

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Salary ranges from about _____________ to about ____________ per year

34,000 - 95,000

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You believe ________ student can learn and succeed

EVERY

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TRUE or FALSE: every day at work is the same for school counselors

FALSE: daily tasks vary widely from day to day and flex according to urgent needs

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School counselors help students solve _________ with their peers

conflicts

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Do school counselors have to keep learning after they get their first job?

YES: school counselors go to classes, conferences and workshops regularly to renew their license and stay current on skills

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One benefit full time school counselors usually get is ______

health insurance plan

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You are ____________ when things change and you have to switch gears quickly.

FLEXIBLE

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School counselors work closely with students, school staff, community members and _________.

FAMILIES

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School counselors can make a safety plan to support students when they are in __________.

crisis or danger

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High school classes in education, _________ or sociology would be helpful in pursuing a job as a school counselor.

Psychology

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Another benefit full time school counselors usually get is _______

pension plan that provides retirement income

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You can stay _____________ in a crisis.

calm, compassionate, focused, positive

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TRUE OR FALSE:School counselors mostly work outside.

FALSE: School counselors mostly work in offices or classrooms.

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School counselors are here for _______ students

ALL

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Volunteering with _________ is a good way to get experience and prepare for a job as a school counselor

youth

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Salary depends on location, years of education and years of __________

experience

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Working with students sounds ______ to you

FUN, INSPIRING, IMPORTANT, FULFILLING!

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