Counselor Chat Podcast

58. Attention School Counselors: You Are Leaders!


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In this episode of the Counselor Chat podcast, we explore the various ways school counselors can step into leadership roles within their schools and communities. I discuss the differences between vertical and horizontal leadership and share examples of how these leadership styles can make a significant impact on student success and school culture. Whether you're a new counselor or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable insights into embracing leadership to better support students and advocate for our profession.

Key Topics Covered:

Types of Leadership: I break down vertical and horizontal leadership and explain how they apply to school counselors.

  • Vertical leadership focuses on leading from the top down, including roles like department head or lead counselor, advocating for students, and supervising counseling programs.
  • Horizontal leadership involves collaboration, teamwork, and community engagement to support students in a more collective manner.

Examples of Vertical Leadership:

  • Administrative roles such as department head or lead counselor.
  • Advocacy leadership, where school counselors participate in school leadership meetings and propose policy changes that benefit students.
  • Instructional leadership, focusing on designing and implementing guidance curriculums and conducting teacher training on social-emotional learning.

Examples of Horizontal Leadership:

  • Collaboration with teachers, school psychologists, and social workers to develop support plans for students.
  • Community engagement, organizing parent workshops, or partnering with local organizations for volunteer programs.
  • Peer leadership, including mentoring newer counselors and participating in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs).

The Value of Leadership:

  • Leadership roles help school counselors advocate for students and positively influence school culture.
  • Participation in professional associations, such as state or local counselor associations, is crucial for personal and professional growth.
  • Volunteering for committees, attending conferences, and engaging with other counselors enhances the counseling community and strengthens the profession.

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