Elementary School Counselor

Stride, Inc.

81d • $55,000

About The Position

The remote Elementary School Counselor utilizes leadership, advocacy and collaboration to promote 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. The counselor will conduct operational tasks as needed and work with students who are disengaged, specifically counseling 2nd and 3rd grade students regarding anxiety and not passing IREAD. K12, a Stride Company, believes in Education for ANY ONE, providing families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. The mission of Digital Academy of Florida (DAOF) 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Three (3) years of experience in counseling.
• Must hold a valid state certification as a School Guidance Counselor.
• Ability to clear the required background check.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Web-based search engines, and database systems.
• Additional certifications or endorsements in specific areas (e.g., crisis intervention, career counseling).
• Flexible schedule; Ability to travel as needed.
• Master’s degree in school counseling preferred.
• Experience with distance learning.
• Advanced coursework in counseling and administration.

Responsibilities

• Provides short-term counseling to students and referrals for long-term support, as necessary.
• Develop and facilitate student support groups based on identified needs to provide targeted interventions and promote student well-being.
• Address behavioral issues and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Assist students in developing academic and career plans that align with their skills and interests.
• Conduct assessments and interpret data to develop personalized guidance plans.
• Be familiar with master scheduling and provide scheduling services to students.
• Support standardized testing program; parent education; and staff development.
• Advocate for students at individual education plan meetings and other student-focused meetings.
• Coordinate and implement prevention programs related to positive behavior.
• Host and organize a social emotional learning education platform for students.
• Offer resources and referrals to external support services.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success.
• Facilitate communication about behavior and academic problems to administration, staff, and/or parents.
• Assist with school programs and events.
• Analyze student data and develop data-driven programs for intervention action plans.

Benefits

• Salary of $55,000.
• Opportunity to earn an annual bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees