Elementary School Counselor - What Does a School Counselor Do Anyway?

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    Counselors Meet with Students to:

    *Teach personal/social skills

    *Problem solve issues of concern

    *Provide support when dealing with personal problems

    *Create a plan for academic success

    *Begin career exploration and explore job-related skills and careers

    *Listen

     

    Counselors meet with Parents/Guardians  to:

    *Provide support for parents seeking help

    *Provide information regarding available community resources

    *Share information about their child within the boundaries of the counselor’s professional ethics

    *Review student academic performance

     

    Counselors consult with school staff and other professionals to:

    *Help identify and assist students with academic difficulties

    *Assist staff in teaching curriculum in the domains of developmental counseling

    *Make referrals to community agencies when

    necessary