School Counselor

🕒 June 18

❄️ Minnesota – Remote

❄️ Minnesota – Remote

💵 $44.5k / year

⏰ Full 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

• 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 • 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 • Review student transcripts and the entry of credits into the online transcript system • 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 middle and high school teachers to help identify students who are “at risk” or “in crisis” • Act as the main point of contact for these students and families • Oversee and maintain the Personal Learning Plan (PLP) for each student • Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being • Assist teachers when students enroll mid-semester • Help students to research and understand their post-secondary career and educational options • Educate students and parents about college admissions requirements and financial aid

🎯 Requirements

• Minnesota certification in School Counseling • Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products) • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written • Customer focused approach • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills • High degree of flexibility • Team player with demonstrated leadership skills • Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment • Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)

🏖️ Benefits

• Professional development opportunities