Natalie N
College and Career Specialist
Clear Creek Independent School District
Milestones
My road in life has taken me all over.
My first goal was to leave my small town, move to Los Angeles and go to a fashion college - goal to work in fashion with advertising or public relations.
After receiving my first degree, I went into advertising / PR. I loved it, but at the time, too selfish to give my full commitment.
Decided to go back to school after working in a preschool.
Received an AA Degree in Childhood Development to teach preschool, but decided I wanted to teach older students.
Went back to school to obtain my bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies.
Worked as and English teacher for 15 years, then switched to our school's Community Liaison and Business teacher (PR comes back full circle), while helping seniors with their college applications.
Went back to school to obtain my master's degree in Educational Leadership, as suggested by my principal. Found I still enjoyed working with students. Principalship on hold...for now.
Currently working as the College and Career Specialist at our local high school.
Education
High School
North High School
North High School
Career
College and Career Specialist
I work with 9th-12th grade students to help them figure out their life path.
Career Roadmap
My work combines:
My work combines:
Education
Writing
Teaching / Mentoring
Day to Day
My day consists of helping students from 9th graders who are getting the hang of high school to helping 12th graders figure out if work, the military, or college is the right path for the student.
Advice for Getting Started
Here's the first step for everyone
Find a passion and never stop learning. Keep researching, reading, attending seminars, but most importantly, find what works for you and suits your lifestyle. Make acquaintances, but NEVER burn your bridges - you never know when you may meet or need this person's help in the future.
Recommended Education
My career is related to what I studied. I'd recommend the path I took:
Hurdles
The Noise I Shed
From Family:
"You should stay in your hometown - why go off to college when there is a perfectly good college here?"
Challenges I Overcame
First-Generation College Student
