*Helping people who are going through tough times or feeling overwhelmed.*Talking to customers, giving advice, helping with career choices, and communicating well in writing and speaking.*Guiding students through getting ready for college and careers, and helping with the application process.*Being able to talk nicely and write well, and getting along with school staff and leaders.*Knowing what students need to graduate in Texas, different types of classes they can take, and keeping track of their grades.*Understanding school counseling, social services, and how to test students.*Knowing how to help students plan their future, set goals, and figure out what they're interested in.*Understanding different ways to counsel students, how to assess them, and what opportunities they have after high school.*Being prepared to handle emergencies and knowing where to find help in the community.*Being good at organizing and handling many tasks at once, and working well on your own to meet deadlines.*Running big programs for the whole school district.*Being a good speaker.*Following the rules about being professional and keeping things private.*Knowing how to help students plan their future, set goals, and figure out what they're interested in.*Understanding different ways to counsel students, how to assess them, and what opportunities they have after high school.*Being prepared to handle emergencies and knowing where to find help in the community.*Being good at organizing and handling many tasks at once, and working well on your own to meet deadlines.*Being good at solving problems, making smart choices, and giving advice.*Being good at presenting information.