Substitute Counselor

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☕ Washington – Remote

☕ Washington – Remote

⏱ Part Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🛋️ Counselor

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Connections Academy

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1001 - 5000 employees

Founded 2001

📚 Education

💰 $200k Grant - Connections Academy on 2023-12

Education

Connections Academy is a tuition-free, accredited K–12 online public school program operated by Connections Education (a Pearson division). It delivers state-aligned curriculum and virtual classroom experiences with certified teachers, personalized learning, and support for families serving as learning coaches. The program offers grade-level courses, college and career readiness, clubs and socialization opportunities, and technology support across multiple U. S. states.

📋 Description

• Working from your secure and distraction-free home office, certified Substitute Counselors will virtually support the learning program for students in Connections Academy schools across the country. • Consult frequently and regularly with students, Learning Coaches and school personnel to ensure that each child successfully completes his/her instructional program. • Act as counselor of record at various Connections Academy schools during periods of short- or long-term absences or vacancies ranging from, but not limited to, 2-20 weeks, with the average assignment being 8-12 weeks in length. • When on assignment, be online and available to students, parents, and school staff Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the time zone of the school to: • Communicate with parents, students and teachers on a regular basis to develop and update individualized learning plans and schedules, provide feedback on student work, suggest instructional approaches and strategies, monitor completion of assignments, and verify student learning. • Review transcripts and use those to determine appropriate student course placements per school requirements. • Support student social-emotional learning through individual and small group sessions. • Prepare students for their next steps following graduation. • Complete all grading, generate progress reports, and conduct parent conferences in a timely manner, as instructed by the school. • Support the instructional program through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous web conferencing sessions (LiveLessons). • Support students and parents with alternate instructional strategies and provide assistance with daily assignments and projects. • Keep student records and data up to date, including cumulative files, online student and family information, attendance accounting, and student logs. • When not on assignment, actively check email to remain informed of upcoming assignments and important Substitute Services updates. • Meet at least monthly with an assigned Substitute Services supervisor via video conferencing software, whether on or off assignment. • Complete required professional learning targeted at individual needs throughout the year. • Maintain active certifications.

🎯 Requirements

• Counseling substitutes must be highly qualified and certified school counselor in Washington • Multiple state certifications a plus • Ability to obtain certification in other states as requested • Ability to obtain additional clearances as requested • Bachelor’s degree or higher • Maintain a dedicated, distraction-free home working environment where all business activities will occur. • When on assignment, must be available Monday through Friday during assigned school hours (typically 8:00 am to 4:00 pm in the school’s time zone) • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral • Demonstrated ability to work well in a fast-paced environment that requires significant flexibility, effective prioritization of tasks, self-direction, and creativity • Understanding of IEP/504 plans and how they can be implemented in a virtual setting • Excellent attention to detail, and strong time management and organizational skills • Proven commitment to student achievement • Strong technology skills (experience with learning management systems, Microsoft Office programs, and Google Apps preferred) • Reliable, high-speed internet access • Microsoft OS- and Microsoft Office-equipped computer required (PC preferred) • Customer focused approach and team-player track record • May not provide care for others during normal school hours while on assignment. Alternative care arrangements must be made • May not be employed in another job during normal school hours while on assignment • Complete required orientation and training programs within 30 days of hire, and at the beginning of each school year • Please note 2-step authentication is required to set-up to login to all systems if given a job offer

🏖️ Benefits

• None