What a President at Admission Masters Wishes They Had Known Before Entering the Education Industry
Jenny, President at Admission Masters, identifies a passion for improving society and students' lives as crucial for success in the education industry, stating that those who thrive "are in it because they want to make a difference in these kids' lives". Further, continuous growth and development, including seeking additional qualifications to better support students' evolving needs, are essential for career advancement in this field.
Leadership, Mentorship, Personal Growth, Empathy, Resourcefulness
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Jenny Wheatley
President
Admission Masters
UCLA (Graduated in 2010)
Johns Hopkins University Masters in Education and Certification in School Leadership
Anthropology, Sociology
Education
Consulting
Pell Grant Recipient, Immigrant, Worked 20+ Hours in School, First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. A passion for improving students' lives and making a difference in education is crucial for thriving in this industry.
2. Continuous professional growth is essential, including acquiring new skills, resources, and potentially further education to adapt to evolving student needs and societal changes.
3. The ability to support students not just academically but also psychologically and emotionally is becoming increasingly important.
Transcript
How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
The first thing for people who thrive in this industry is wanting to give everything you have, your energy and time, to improve our world and society. Education is something every student goes through. Being able to give to students who need support, guidance, and resources is a really big thing.
I see consultants, counselors, principals, and even incredible teachers who have thrived because of their hearts. They are in it because they want to make a difference in these kids' lives. I think that's a really big part.
We also have to consistently want to grow and be better, whether as a counselor, president, or teacher. This means finding new opportunities and resources for your students, developing new skill sets, and maybe getting additional degrees.
Some of our consultants are doing this because times are changing. Supporting students more psychologically and emotionally is helpful. So, we're seeing counselors interested in getting psychology degrees, becoming therapists, or getting certifications to help their students in different ways.
We have to consistently want to develop ourselves with a knowledge base and resources. This allows us to provide for our students in these changing times and the changing culture of our society.
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