School Counselor - Inspire Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Boise, ID

1d•Remote

About The Position

Inspire Connections Academy is a tuition-free, online public charter school serving students in grades K–12 throughout Idaho. The School Counselor works remotely from a home office in Idaho, providing virtual counseling support to students and parents or learning coaches. The role assists with course selection and scheduling, responds to student concerns across academic subjects and non-academic areas, develops counseling processes for grades K–12, and maintains expertise in course and credit requirements for students in grades 6–12. The counselor develops and delivers a comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model. The role provides academic, career, graduation, and post-secondary planning guidance; supports transcripts and student records; coordinates interventions and student support; helps with crisis prevention and response; and supports testing, college credit opportunities, college applications, and school events. The position is for the 2026–27 school year and starts August 4, 2026.

Requirements

Hold an Idaho State Pupil Personnel Certificate endorsed as a school counselor or social worker.
Reside in Idaho.
Have strong technology skills, particularly with Google Workspace, Zoom, and Windows-based operating systems.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Be able to analyze data, develop and implement intervention plans, and track student progress.
Demonstrate flexibility, collaboration skills, and the ability to work independently and manage responsibilities in a remote, home-based setting.
Be willing to travel occasionally for marketing events, field trips, and state testing; travel may include overnight stays.
Be able to work occasional evening hours to support families as needed.
Have a private, distraction-free workspace, high-speed internet, and appropriate childcare arrangements for dependent children during scheduled work hours of 8 a.m.–4 p.m. MST.
Use two-step authentication to access systems; this may require a personal device.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain an effective comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model.
Advise students and families on academics, career planning, graduation, and post-secondary options.
Keep current on high school graduation requirements and communicate them to relevant stakeholders.
Assist students and parents with secondary course selection and four-year graduation plans based on state requirements, student needs, and interests.
Advise students on dropping courses and changing schedules, ensuring school policies are followed and seeking support as needed.
Review student transcripts and credit entries, and follow procedures to keep transcripts accurate and up to date.
Work with administrative assistants to obtain prior school records and forward student records when appropriate.
Advocate for students by maintaining current knowledge of equity and diversity issues and promoting equal educational opportunities.
Implement programs addressing interpersonal adjustment issues for students and families.
Work with school teams to connect families with school and community resources and establish follow-up processes.
Participate in developing crisis prevention and management plans and serve on the Student Support Team.
Coordinate K–12 teachers in identifying students at risk or in crisis, serve as the main contact for those students and families, and communicate with them regularly.
Support complete and accurate student records and assist families with the withdrawal process, including withdrawal data collection.
Report and refer critical incidents affecting student well-being as required by law, regulations, or ethical standards; stay current on state reporting and documentation rules.
Help students enrolling mid-semester integrate into coursework and address previous grades, credits, and evaluations.
Implement programs such as Advanced Placement support, SAT and ACT preparation, and college entrance preparation.
Understand and assist with administration of high school testing, including PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams.
Educate stakeholders about Advanced Opportunities funding, help families develop plans to maximize college credit, and assist students with selecting and registering for college classes.
Serve as a site coordinator for Idaho Digital Learning Academy as needed.
Help students research and understand post-secondary career and education options.
Assist students with college and job applications and educate students and parents about college admissions requirements and financial aid.
Support professional development activities for teachers and staff.
Assume teaching and grading duties as necessary.
Assist with coordinating high school graduation ceremonies and perform other assigned duties.