What Does a School Counselor Do?

Professional School Counselors help with development in career, academic, and personal & social skills. These services are delivered through:

Guidance Curriculum

• guides students in developing their full educational potential
• serves as a critical Tier I support for all students
• age-appropriate classroom presentations
• engage students with social skills and interactive lessons
• collaboration with teacher enrichment for integration in the classroom  

Individual Student Planning

• guides each student in planning, monitoring, and managing their educational, career, personal, and social development
• coordination of strategies, abilities, and interests to create unique path for the future
• implement systemic activities that guide students in creating future goals and plans
• collaboration for transitions  

System Support

• connection between school and community
• professional development and evaluation
• program advocate district-wide

Responsive Services

• meeting the immediate needs and concerns of students
• consultation and collaboration with teachers, families, and specialists
• referrals to resources
• support in crisis situations
• small group education and support