Middle School Counselor

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

📋 Description

• Foster student achievement through a robust school counseling program.

• Assist students in planning their postsecondary education, military service, employment, college, and career pathways.

• Conduct quarterly meetings with students on your caseload to assess graduation plans and postsecondary options.

• Provide classroom instruction aligned with student success standards.

• Evaluate transcripts and academic records.

• Collaborate with faculty on developing four-year graduation plans and reviewing student schedules.

• Aid in course placements and recommendations for Advanced Placement and enriched educational pathways.

• Analyze student data to create intervention action plans driven by data.

• Offer short-term counseling and referrals for extended support.

• Support teachers, staff, and parents in various capacities.

• Assist with standardized testing, parent education initiatives, and staff training.

• Advocate for students during IEP and other meetings focused on student welfare.

• Enhance equity, access, achievement, and opportunities for all students.

• Travel as necessary for in-person professional development, student assessments, and other school-related needs.

⛳️ Requirements

• Required: Idaho Counselor Certification.

• Must be a resident of Idaho.

• Bachelor's degree is mandatory.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in counseling and/or advising.

• Possession of a School Counselor License.

• Ability to pass necessary background checks.

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

• Flexible working schedule is essential.

• Willingness to travel as required.

• Capacity to work independently, typically over 40 hours a week.

• Ability to maintain a professional home office free from distractions during working hours.

• Experience in distance learning environments.

• Advanced coursework in counseling and administration is preferred.

• Master's degree in school counseling is advantageous.

• Teaching experience is a plus.

• Experience in a customer service setting is beneficial.

• Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws and mandated reporting is required.

• Preferred experience in a charter school environment.

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

🏝️ Benefits

• Full-time employment opportunity.

• Virtual/remote work setting.

• Opportunities for professional development.

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

• Commitment to equal opportunity employment.