What Type of Person Thrives in the Education Industry According to an Associate Director of Programs at Code Nation
Cassandra, Associate Director of Programs at Code Nation, highlights that those who "thrive in this industry" are "mission-driven," finding fulfillment in impacting youth through education and community building. Success also hinges on problem-solving skills and adaptability to overcome the inherent challenges of the work.
Mission-driven, Relationship-building, Problem-solving, Flexible and adaptable, Community-building
Advizer Information
Name
Job Title
Company
Undergrad
Grad Programs
Majors
Industries
Job Functions
Traits
Cassandra Houghton
Associate Director of Programs
Code Nation
Saint Louis University, 2016
Dominican University, Masters in Special Education
Ethnic & Related Studies
Education
Education
Honors Student, Scholarship Recipient, Took Out Loans, Greek Life Member
Video Highlights
1. People who are mission-driven and find fulfillment in work that aligns with their values tend to thrive in this industry.
2. The ability to build relationships and work within a community is a key aspect of the job.
3. Problem-solving skills, flexibility, and adaptability are crucial for navigating the challenges of the industry.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
I think people who are truly mission-driven tend to thrive in this industry. If you're looking for work to be fulfilling, not just on a personal level or by compensation, but because of the impact you can have, education might speak to you.
This is for someone who wants a career aligned with their core values or wants to be part of something bigger than themselves. People who enjoy working with youth, relationship building, or community building will find it's a big part of the work.
Also, people who enjoy problem-solving and can be flexible and adaptable will find it beneficial. The qualities I named earlier can definitely help you get far and have a lot of impact in the work you decide to do.