Respond to student needs:may provide information and guidance to students regarding educational/ career options, resources, and preparation.may address personal/health concerns as presented or refer students to other professionals as appropriatemay serve as student advocate in presenting student and professional concerns to parents/staff/administration/publicmay serve as liaison between district and community agencies serving youth. Build credibility with staff, students, parents,, and community by:relating to people from all social, economic, racial, religious, or educational backgroundsdemonstrating professional competency through content taught and teaching methods used.