Education & Human Services
Empower others, foster growth, and create lasting impact through the Education & Human Services Career Community, a supportive resource and toolkit for students pursuing careers in K-12 Education, Higher Education, and Counseling (Mental Health Counseling, School Counseling, and related fields). Whether you’re called to teach, advise, counsel, or lead, this community is designed to help you explore meaningful pathways that support individual development and community well-being. With opportunities to engage in internships, upskilling, informational interviews, and workshops, this community helps you clarify your goals and build a strong foundation for careers in teaching, academic support, counseling, and beyond.
Career Options
Explore different career options within this Career Community by clicking on sample job titles below!
- In New York State (NYS), becoming a K-12 educator requires meeting specific certification requirements set by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). St. John’s University has designed curriculum that when successfully completed, prepares students for licensure in New York.
- Childhood Education (Grades K-6)
- Adolescent Education (Grades 7-12)
- Special Education
- Early Childhood Education (Birth – Grade 2)
- Pursuing a career as a higher education educator generally involves a mix of advanced education, research, teaching experience and a passion for the field.
- Community College Faculty – Often hire with a Master’s degree
- Adjunct Professor – Part-time teaching roles, ideal for working professionals
- Tenure Track Faculty – a professor on a pathway toward earning tenure, which is a permanent, secure academic appointment. Most common at 4-year colleges and universities and can take 5-7 years to achieve.
