Typical Tasks
Attend meetings, educational conferences, and training workshops, and serve on committees.
Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
Counsel individuals to help them understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their educational or vocational situations.
Teach classes and present self-help or information sessions on subjects related to education and career planning.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Social
Working with people
Enterprising
Business based Work
Artistic
Conceptual, Creative Work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Concern for Others
Integrity
Cooperation
Dependability
Social Orientation
Self-Control
What key skills are needed for this job?
Active Listening
Social Perceptiveness
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Service Orientation
Writing
Expected Knowledge
Therapy and Counseling
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.
Psychology
Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Common Activities
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
Assisting and Caring for Others
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
