School counselor

A school counselor supports students' academic, social, emotional, and career development. They counsel students through personal and social difficulties, help with academic and course planning, support college and career readiness, intervene in crises, run programs on issues like bullying and mental health, and connect students and families to resources.

The role blends counseling, advising, and advocacy, supporting the whole student beyond academics, often with large caseloads. Counselors work in elementary, middle, and high schools.

The job suits caring, perceptive, organized people who want to support young people's wellbeing and growth, balancing personal counseling with academic and career guidance across a whole school.