Question 1

What skills stand out on Elementary School Counselor resumes?

Accepted Answer

Skills that would stand out on resumes include evidence of the ability to work with children from diverse backgrounds (students with disabilities, second language learners, students from a variety of different ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual/gender orientations, and family structures); evidence of ability to work with children who have experienced grief, trauma, loss, and mental illness; knowledge and skills regarding child development, learning strategies, classroom management, and socio-emotional learning.

Question 2

What skills will help Elementary School Counselors earn the most?

Accepted Answer

Research skills may help school counselors earn more. Earning an advanced degree will result in additional knowledge and skills in conducting meaningful research. Texas requires school counselors to earn both a master's degree and counseling certification, but some school counselors may choose to pursue a doctoral degree as well. Finally, some school counseling programs, such as the one at Texas Woman's University, offer a school counseling track that leads to Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credentials. LPC credentials are not required to become a school counselor in Texas, but they will enable school counselors to engage in private practice and/or work as therapists, which could lead to increased earnings.

Question 3

What soft skills should all Elementary School Counselors possess?

Accepted Answer

Important soft skills include excellent communication skills, being collaborative, empathetic, and a good listener, being flexible and adaptable, respecting and appreciating cultural differences, being an advocate for students, being trustworthy, having the ability to build relationships.

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What skills stand out on Elementary School Counselor resumes?

What skills will help Elementary School Counselors earn the most?

What soft skills should all Elementary School Counselors possess?