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School Counselor Resume

School counselor resumes should highlight your school counseling licensure, counseling program model experience (ASCA National Model), and student caseload size. Both academic and social-emotional support work should be represented alongside any crisis intervention or college advising contributions.

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Key Skills

Skills for a School Counselor resume

Include these skills on your School Counselor resume:

  • Individual Counseling
  • Group Counseling
  • ASCA National Model
  • College Advising
  • Crisis Intervention
  • IEP/504 Participation
  • Student Data Analysis
  • CACREP-Accredited Degree

ATS Best Practices

ATS tips for School Counselor resumes

  1. 1.Include license: 'Licensed School Counselor (LSC) – State of Georgia'.
  2. 2.List degree type: 'M.Ed. in School Counseling, CACREP-Accredited Program'.
  3. 3.Use 'ASCA National Model', 'comprehensive school counseling program', 'tiered support'.
  4. 4.Include student-to-counselor ratio: '1:350 student caseload'.

Example

School Counselor resume example

Here is what a professional school counselor resume could look like using our ATS-optimized Classic template. Your finished resume may vary based on your experience and the sections you choose to include.

Daniel Hawkins

daniel.hawkins@example.com | (555) 487-2136 | Denver, CO | linkedin.com/in/danielhawkins

Summary

School counselor with 5+ years of experience providing individual and group counseling aligned with the ASCA National Model. Skilled in college advising, crisis intervention, and IEP/504 participation. Holds CACREP-accredited degree with strong student data analysis capabilities.

Experience

School Counselor at Cherry Creek School District2021 – Present
  • Provide individual counseling to caseload of 350 students in grades 9-12 using ASCA National Model framework
  • Facilitate group counseling sessions on anxiety management, social skills, and college readiness for 60+ students
  • Conduct college advising including transcript reviews, recommendation letters, and application support for 80 seniors
  • Participate in IEP/504 meetings and crisis intervention protocols as member of student support team
School Counselor at Douglas County School District2019 – 2021
  • Analyzed student data to identify at-risk students and implement targeted intervention strategies
  • Developed and delivered classroom guidance lessons on bullying prevention and career exploration
  • Coordinated with community mental health providers for student referrals

Education

M.A. in School Counseling (CACREP-Accredited)University of Northern Colorado

2017 – 2019 | GPA: 3.8

Skills

Individual Counseling, Group Counseling, ASCA National Model, College Advising, Crisis Intervention, IEP/504 Participation, Student Data Analysis, CACREP-Accredited Degree, Classroom Guidance, Referral Coordination

Certifications

Colorado School Counselor LicenseColorado Department of Education, 2019

Classic template — ATS-optimized, single-column layout

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

How do I show counseling program effectiveness on my resume?

Reference program metrics aligned with the ASCA National Model: percentage of students served by core curriculum, small group participation rates, or graduation rate contributions. 'Implemented evidence-based stress management small groups serving 45 students; teacher surveys showed 78% improvement in classroom readiness' ties intervention to outcome.

Should I list clinical counseling hours on my school counseling resume?

For new counselors entering the field, supervised practicum and internship hours from your graduate program may provide context about your training experience. Note the setting (elementary, middle, high school), total hours, and supervisor's credentials if relevant. Experienced counselors can summarize training briefly and focus on professional experience.

What does college advising experience add to a school counselor resume?

For high school counselor roles, college counseling experience — application support, FAFSA completion, scholarship advising — is often a significant portion of the job. Quantify outcomes where possible: 'Supported 45 seniors through college application process; 92% enrolled in post-secondary education.' These metrics may be especially compelling for competitive private school positions.

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