Re: school psychology degree

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Sorry, I don' mean to change the subject. Are you in a TX town
now? Are there school counseling jobs available in Houston and
what do you recommend?

My school psychologist mainly does testing.. and yes, a lot of
paperwork involved. School counselors in some schools, like
mine, have tons of paperwork as well and we don't get to see
students as much as we'd like. Principals think they know best
then they wonder why children are not doing better. I enjoy the
variety and also the bathroom brakes when I need it.

On 11/12/09, Miss_Texas wrote:
> On 11/10/09, first grade teacher wrote:
>>
>> Is this a job where many burn out quickly? Turnover rate can
> be constant depending on the type of district you get into. I'm
> a first year counselor with 2 MS degrees in a small district.
> I'm the 5th counselor in as many years. I love it. No job is
> perfect, but you must decide what you can live with and
without.
>> What are the best aspects of the job? For me, leaving the
> classroom and having a constant thumb on my back and going into
> an environment where I can use the ladies room WHEN I NEED TO
> and not have to HOLD IT is a PLUS! ALso, I get to prioritize my
> day. If I don't get to something I know it's all going to be
> there the next day. Some things of course cannot wait and it's
> never the same job 2 days in a row! I love that I learn
> something new each day.
>> What are the least appealing aspects of the job? You still
> have people you work under and they are in control. Sometimes
> they're not always right and you know you are but you have to
> keep quiet. Sometimes you may be more educated than your boss,
> (which is my case for my Superintendent) but you have to smile
> and remember to take it all in stride.
>> What other opportunities are available for one with a
>> school psychology degree? NOt too sure about this one. You
> can choose the age/grade level you'd like to work with and
> that's nice. I taught 1st, 6th and college level before
> becoming a district wide counselor, so I see students from
> Pre-K to 12th grades.
> Best of luck!
>>
>> Thank you in advance for any advice!
>>
>> Firstie
 

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