School Counselor

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

📋 Description

• Facilitate student achievement through an all-encompassing school counseling program.

• Assist students in their academic success, social and emotional growth, and career and college preparation.

• Aid learners in exploring postsecondary options, implementing academic success strategies, and managing their emotions and interpersonal interactions.

• Direct students and their families towards college and career readiness.

• Conduct quarterly meetings with assigned students to evaluate graduation plans and postsecondary pathways.

• Provide classroom instruction that aligns with student success standards.

• Assess transcripts and other educational documentation.

• Collaborate with faculty to create four-year graduation plans and review student schedules for graduation eligibility.

• Support course placement, including recommendations for Advanced Placement and enriched learning pathways.

• Analyze student data to create data-driven intervention strategies.

• Offer short-term counseling and refer students for long-term support when necessary.

• Assist teachers, staff, and parents.

• Support standardized testing, parent education initiatives, and staff development programs.

• Advocate for students during individual education plan meetings and other student-centered discussions.

• Aid in goal setting and academic planning for readiness in college and careers.

• Be prepared to travel up to 5% for in-person professional development, student assessments, and other school obligations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Valid School Counselor Certification from the appropriate state Department of Education is required.

• Must reside in one of the 50 states or Washington, D.C.

• Bachelor’s degree is necessary.

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

• School Counselor License is mandatory.

• Ability to pass the necessary background check.

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

• Flexible schedule is essential.

• Willingness to travel as needed is required.

• Capable of maintaining a professional home office free from distractions during work hours.

• Typically available to work over 40 hours per week during the school-defined schedule.

• Experience as a teacher is preferred.

• Familiarity with distance learning is preferred.

• Advanced coursework in counseling and administration is desirable.

• A Master’s degree in school counseling is preferred.

• Experience in a customer service role is advantageous.

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and mandated reporting is preferred.

• Experience in a private or charter school environment is preferred.

• Familiarity with state career planning systems, such as Pathfinder or other career planning tools, is desirable.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligible employees may qualify for a bonus.

• Comprehensive health benefits are provided.

• Retirement contributions are included.

• Paid time off is offered.

• Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Flexible scheduling options are available.

• Virtual work arrangements can be accommodated.