Middle School Counselor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Enhances student success by offering preventive services and addressing identified needs.

• Strategize for postsecondary opportunities (enrollment in education, military enlistment, or workforce employment).

• Implement academic achievement strategies.

• Direct students and families towards college and career readiness.

• Conduct quarterly meetings with all students on the caseload to evaluate graduation plans and post-secondary options.

• Provide classroom instruction in accordance with student success standards.

• Assess transcripts and other academic records.

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to create a four (4) year graduation plan.

• Aid students in determining course placements.

• Offer short-term counseling to students and refer them for long-term support.

• Establish a support system that bolsters the efforts of teachers, staff, and parents.

• May represent students at IEP meetings.

• Emphasize goal setting and academic planning for college and career readiness.

• Serve as a change agent to enhance equity and access.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.

• Virginia School Counselor Certification.

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in counseling and/or advisement.

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

• Capability to pass the required background check.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Paid time off.