High School Counselor

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School Counselor supporting academic and emotional development of students at Texas Virtual Academy. Planning postsecondary options and collaborating with educators to enhance student readiness.

Responsibilities:

  • Plan for postsecondary options
  • Apply academic achievement strategies
  • Manage emotions and apply interpersonal skills
  • Focus students and families on college and career readiness
  • Meet quarterly with all students on caseload to review graduation plan and post-secondary options
  • Deliver classroom instruction based on student success standards
  • Review transcripts and other academic documentation for new and returning students
  • Work collaboratively with teaching staff to develop a four (4) year graduation plan
  • Assist students in course placement including recommendations on Advanced Placement (AP)
  • Analyze student data and develop data-driven programs for intervention action plans
  • Provide short-term counseling to students and referrals for long-term support
  • Support standardized testing program, parent education, and staff development

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Three (3) years of experience in counseling and/or advisement
  • School Counselor License
  • Ability to clear required background check
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Web-based search engines, and database systems
  • Flexible schedule
  • Experience in a customer service environment
  • Experience with distance learning
  • Experience as a teacher
  • Experience with Local, State, and Federal laws and mandated reporting
  • Experience with state career planning systems, Pathfinder, or other career planning platforms/tools

Benefits:

  • Ability to work independently
  • Professional home office without distraction during workday
  • Performance bonus eligibility
  • Support system that strengthens the efforts of teachers, staff, and parents