High School Counselor

Windermere Preparatory School • Windermere, FL

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About The Position

The High School Counselor at Windermere Preparatory School is a full-time, 12-month position focused on providing academic advising and social-emotional support to high school students. The counselor will assist students in their academic journey and the college admissions process, ensuring they develop a comprehensive four-year plan and receive the necessary guidance to navigate their educational and personal challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Counseling, Guidance, Education or Social Work; Master's Degree preferred.
• 3+ years experience as a high school counselor, college advisor, or college admissions counselor.
• Excellent writing, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Good time management skills and flexibility in dealing with multi-functional tasks.
• Experience working with students and parents from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience with educational software and student assessment tools.
• Familiarity with computer applications and word processing functions.

Nice To Haves

• School Counseling Certification (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide academic advising based on students' grades, skills, test scores, and college goals.
• Support students in discovering their abilities, interests, and talents.
• Advise and counsel students through academic and social-emotional challenges.
• Refer significant concerns to behavioral health specialists.
• Collaborate with other counselors to deliver the college planning curriculum.
• Communicate with students and parents to develop individual college plans.
• Assist with SAT/ACT/TOEFL and Duolingo registration and test prep opportunities.
• Track and report student college acceptance data.
• Teach guidance classes and provide counseling through planned activities.
• Participate in ongoing professional development related to college counseling.
• Develop academic accommodation plans for students with diagnoses.
• Meet with new students for course scheduling and academic orientation.
• Participate on a Student Success Team to identify students needing services.
• Provide individual planning and responsive services for students and families.
• Support and attend student activities and events.
• Assist students and parents in understanding school policies and procedures.
• Communicate with behavioral health specialists to implement student support plans.
• Conduct evening sessions with parents to enhance community involvement.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree