Sample Cover Letter for School Counselor Job with Experience

A school counselor's primary duty is to help his students understand their learning blocks and guide them in overcoming these blocks. A school counselor helps the students to choose the right career path for them based on their interest and abilities. A school counselor helps the students with their mental health issues and behavioral problems. He guides them to prevent or deal with such psychosocial problems.

Generally, a school counselor has a bachelor's degree in psychology or counseling, and a master's degree in related subjects. After completing the internship, he can apply for a school counselor license and make applications to educational institutions for job opportunities.

Here is an example of a covering letter to be written while applying for the position of school counselor.

TEMPLATE

Date: _________

To

The Principal

(Name of the School)

(School's Address)

Sub.: Application for the post of School Counselor.

Respected Madam/Sir,

My name is _____________. I am writing to you with regard to the opening for a school counselor position in your prestigious school. I was pleased to learn about it when I noticed the advertisement in _________ Newspaper/Portal.

After completing my Bachelor of Psychology and Master of _________, I have worked as a school counselor for ___ schools with a combined ___ years of experience.

I provide individual as well as group counseling sessions to the students, sometimes along with their parents. With great enthusiasm and passion, I help the students with their behavioral and mental health issues. This has been a challenging yet incredibly rewarding experience so far.

I am enclosing herewith my resume and a letter of recommendation. I would request you to kindly pursue them. With my qualifications, experience and passion for the work, I will be an asset to your organization.

Thank you for taking the time to consider my candidacy for the position. I look forward to having an interview with you to discuss the opportunity. 

Sincerely,

    (Signature)

(Name of the Candidate)

Mob. ________

Encl.: As above