Guidance Counselor

Stride, Inc.•Maumee, OH

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Utilizing leadership, advocacy and collaboration, the School Counselor, 7-12, 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, personal and social development, and career and college planning. 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, Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA). We want you to be a part of our talented team! The mission of Ohio Virtual Academy (OHVA) 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! Utilizing leadership, advocacy and collaboration, the 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, personal and social development, and career and college planning.

Requirements

Valid State of Ohio School Counselor license
Master's degree
1-year previous experience in counseling and/or advisement OR Equivalent combination of education and experience
Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency
The ability to clear required background check

Nice To Haves

Experience with PowerSchool or similar system
Experience with distance learning
Advanced coursework in counseling and administration
Experience as a 7-12 teacher
Experience in a customer service environment.
Experience with Local, State, and Federal laws and mandated reporting
Experience in a community school environment preferred

Responsibilities

Delivers individual and group guidance curriculum supporting student development;
Analyzes student data and develops data-driven programs for intervention action plans;
Provides responsive services to individuals or groups on academic and personal issues;
Provides an individual planning system to guide students toward post-secondary goals;
Assists students in the acquisition of study skills, academic opportunities and benefits;
Provides a support system that strengthens the efforts of teachers, staff, and parents;
Maintaining transcripts for students in caseload;
Supports standardized testing program; parent education; and staff development.