High School Counselor

Stride, Inc.

Jefferson City, Missouri(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Accounts Payable, Background Investigation, Career Development, Data Analysis, Database Technology, Distance Learning, Documentation, Internet Search, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Needs Assessment, Plan Meetings, Search Engines, Secondary School, Set Goals, Staff Development, Staff Training, Test Plan/Schedule, Test Program, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, University/School Policies, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Jefferson City, Missouri

POSTED

25 days ago

Job Description
Certified Support Staff focuses on promoting student success by responding to identified needs through implementation of a comprehensive programs and services that help guide all learners in their academic success, personal and social development, and career and college planning and readiness. Bachelor's degree, 0-1 year of related professional experience

Required Certificates and Licenses: Missouri School Counselor Required

If certified in another state, must obtain appropriate licensure within 60 days of employment

Residency Requirements: Must reside in Missouri

This position is remote and strongly prefer candidates that reside in Missouri. May consider candidates that reside in surrounding states.

Utilizing leadership, advocacy and collaboration the High School Counselor promotes student success by providing preventive services and responding to identified needs through implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program that helps guide all learners in their academic success, social and emotional development, and career and college planning and readiness.

K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE. We provide families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. Students can thrive, find their passion, and learn in an environment that encourages discovery at their own pace.

Passionate Educators are needed at the Stride K12 partner school, Missouri Digital Academy (MODA). We want you to be a part of our talented team!

The mission of Missouri Digital Academy (MODA) is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. Ability to maintain a professional home office without distraction during workday, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Helps all students:
- Plan for postsecondary options (enroll in education, enlist in military option, employ in work force)
- Apply academic achievement strategies
- Manage emotions and apply interpersonal skill

Focuses students and families on college and career readiness;
Meets quarterly with all students on caseload to review graduation plan and post-secondary options;
Delivers classroom instruction based on student success standards;
Reviews transcripts and other academic documentation for new and returning students;
Works collaboratively with teaching staff to develop a four (4) year graduation plan and audits student schedules for candidacy for graduation as determined by school and state policies;
Assist students in course placement including recommendations on Advanced Placement (AP) and pathways to challenge and enrich student learning opportunities;
Analyzes student data and develops data-driven programs for intervention action plans;
Provides short-term counseling to students and referrals for long-term support, as necessary;
Provides a support system that strengthens the efforts of teachers, staff, and parents;
Supports standardized testing program; parent education; and staff development;
May advocate for students at individual education plan meetings and other student-focused meetings;
Focuses students and families on goal setting and academic planning for college and career readiness;
Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for face-to-face professional development, student testing, and/or as required by the school.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree AND
Three (3) years of experience in counseling and/or advisement
School Counselor License
Ability to clear required background check

OTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Web-based search engines, and database systems
Flexible schedule; Ability to travel as needed
Master's degree in school counseling
Experience with distance learning
Advanced coursework in counse

About the Company

Stride, Inc.

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