Connections Academyposted 2 months ago
$40,000 - $55,000/Yr
Full-time - Entry Level
Home-Based; Washington, Oregon, or Idaho, WA
Educational Services
About the position
This position is a full-time position, typically 40+ hours per week from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm each weekday, working with Washington Connections Academy from your home office in either Washington, Oregon, or Idaho. The Counselor will 'virtually' manage all students. Through the use of the telephone, Internet, and various curriculum and counseling tools they will consult regularly with caretakers, Learning Coaches, and students to ensure that each student successfully completes their instructional program. The Counselor works closely with the Manager of Counseling.
Responsibilities
- Advise students and families related to academics, career planning and graduation
- Keep abreast of all high school graduation requirements, including special requirements such as community service, and communicate this information to the High School Coordinator and to the principal
- Assist students and parents with the secondary school course selection process according to specific state credit and graduation requirements and student needs and interests
- Advise students with issues related to dropping courses and changing schedules, seeking support as needed
- Review student transcripts and the entry of credits into the online transcript system
- Follow procedures to ensure that Connections Academy transcripts are accurate and up-to-date
- Work with the administrative assistants to obtain school records from the student's previous school
- Implement programs for students and families related to interpersonal adjustment issues
- Work with school teams to identify and help families access school and community resources
- Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for the school
- Coordinate a team of high school teachers to help identify students who are 'at risk' or 'in crisis'
- Implement efforts to secure complete and accurate records for Connections Academy students
- Support families through the school withdrawal process
- Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being
- Assist teachers when students enroll mid-semester
- Communicate with the Curriculum Team to ensure that curriculum offerings meet state requirements
- Implement special programs such as Advanced Placement support, SAT and ACT Preparation, and college entrance preparation
- Help students to research and understand their post-secondary career and educational options
- Assist with student preparation of applications for college and jobs
- Educate students and parents about college admissions requirements and financial aid
- Work as part of the IEP team to develop social goals and provide virtual social work services
- Collaborate closely with School Counselor and Director of Special Education
- Support professional development activities for teachers and school staff members
- Assume teaching and grading duties as necessary including teaching high school elective courses
- Coordinate high school graduation ceremonies
- Attend regularly scheduled professional development and counselor training meetings
- Monitor progress of students on an ongoing basis and work additionally with students who are struggling
Requirements
- Must have Washington Educational Staff Associate certification as a School Counselor
- Residence in Washington preferred
- Team player track record, highly flexible, and with a demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated strong technology skills (especially Microsoft Office and Google Suite products, synchronous classroom programs such as Zoom, third-party educational software such as Nearpod, and data collection and examination tools)
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Excellent attention to detail, with proven time management and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues to foster and encourage an inclusive work and school environment
- Student- and family-focused approach, with demonstrated ability to create an inclusive and culturally responsive classroom environment
- Ability to travel for one, possibly two, weeks at a time for key school events
- Must be able to use a personal electronic device and email address for 2-step authentication
Benefits
- Based on Experience and Education, the salary ranges from $40,000-55,000
