Academic / Guidance Counsellors

An Academic or Guidance Counsellor provides guidance to students in elementary, middle and high schools to help them succeed academically and socially. Works with schoolteachers and administrators to address problems that affect student performance, and identifies resources for students and families. Helps high school students to plan academic course work and advises on the college search and application process.

About this Career

Average Salary

£24,875

New workers start at around £14,055. Normal pay is £24,875 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £35,579

Annual Openings

Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs

Daily Tasks

Keeps accurate and confidential records.
Refers to other appropriate sources of help.
Presents different perspectives to the problem areas identified.
Encourages clients to discuss their feelings in relation to their problems, aiming to ensure that an understanding of the issues is achieved.
Meets clients face-to-face, working either one-to-one or with couples or families, or by telephone or internet.

Skills Employers are looking for

Skills	Importance
Active Listening	80%
Monitoring	74%
Speaking	74%
Learning Strategies	74%
Reading Comprehension	73%
Writing	72%
Active Learning	67%
Critical Thinking	67%
Mathematics	43%
Science	23%