High School Counselor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• The High School Counselor facilitates student achievement by delivering preventive services and addressing identified needs through a comprehensive school counseling program that aids all learners in their academic accomplishments, social and emotional growth, and career and college preparation.

• Assists all students in:

• o Planning for postsecondary pathways (enrolling in education, enlisting in the military, or entering the workforce)

• o Applying strategies for academic success

• o Managing emotions and utilizing interpersonal skills

• Concentrates on college and career readiness for students and families;

• Conducts quarterly meetings with all students on their caseload to evaluate graduation plans and post-secondary options;

• Provides classroom instruction aligned with student success standards;

• Reviews academic transcripts and documentation for both new and returning students;

• Collaborates with teaching staff to create a four (4) year graduation plan and reviews student schedules to ensure compliance with graduation requirements as set by school and state policies;

• Assists students in course selection, including recommendations for Advanced Placement (AP) and opportunities that challenge and enrich their learning experiences;

• Analyzes student data to develop data-driven intervention action plans;

• Offers short-term counseling to students and makes referrals for long-term support when necessary;

• Establishes a support system that bolsters the efforts of teachers, staff, and parents;

• Supports standardized testing programs, parent education, and staff development;

• May represent students at individual education plan meetings and other student-focused gatherings;

• Guides students and families in goal setting and academic planning for college and career readiness;

• Must be willing to travel up to 20% of the time for in-person professional development, student testing, and other school-related requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree AND

• Three (3) years of experience in counseling and/or advisement

• Valid School Counselor License

• Must pass the required background check

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, web-based search engines, and database systems

• Flexible scheduling; ability to travel as needed

• Experience with distance learning methodologies

• Advanced coursework in counseling and administration

• Background as a teacher

• Experience in a customer service setting

• Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws and mandated reporting

• Preference for experience in a charter school environment

• Knowledge of state career planning systems, Pathfinder, or other career planning tools/platforms

🏝️ Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• This position offers a virtual work environment.