School Counselor

Innovative Network of Knowledge•Remote TX, TX

3d•Remote

About The Position

The K–12 School Counselor at Wellspring Global Academy supports students’ academic planning, personal development, and college and career readiness in a virtual environment. The counselor serves as a liaison among students, families, and academic staff, supporting students’ progress from enrollment through graduation. The role includes course and graduation planning, individualized academic plans, progress monitoring, transcript and records management, short-term counseling and referrals, and college, career, and life readiness support. The counselor also collaborates with academic and family support teams, maintains accurate records, and ensures compliance with school policies, accreditation standards, FERPA, and confidentiality requirements. The company describes itself as a virtual K–12 education organization focused on project-based learning, technology, and whole-child development. It will provide a laptop. The employee is responsible for the costs of internet, telephone, and home-office setup needed to work virtually.

Requirements

Master’s degree in School Counseling, Education, or a related field.
Valid state of Texas certification or licensure as a K–12 School Counselor.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in education.
Deep understanding of academic advising, course planning, transcripts, GPA, and postsecondary readiness.
Experience working with diverse student populations.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills in a remote setting.
Tech-savvy and comfortable using virtual platforms, including Google Workspace, Zoom/Google Meet, TEAMS, and LMS/SIS systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an online or hybrid K–12 school environment.
Knowledge of NCAA eligibility processes, dual-credit systems, and transcript evaluation.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Guide students and families in selecting courses aligned with academic goals, graduation requirements, and postsecondary plans.
Create and manage individualized academic plans for students in grades K–12.
Monitor student progress toward graduation through regular credit checks and transcript reviews.
Provide proactive support for academic interventions, schedule changes, and retention planning.
Coordinate and track dual-credit and dual-enrollment participation and maintain partnerships with higher education institutions.
Maintain and update student transcripts, including GPA calculations and class rankings where applicable.
Process transcript requests, credit transfers, and academic records in accordance with FERPA regulations.
Collaborate with enrollment and registrar teams to ensure accurate course placements and student schedules.
Review course enrollment requests for accuracy and alignment with student plans.
Provide short-term counseling and referrals addressing academic motivation, social-emotional challenges, and personal development needs.
Identify at-risk students and collaborate with student support staff to implement intervention plans.
Facilitate guidance lessons or workshops focused on self-management, decision-making, peer relationships, and emotional wellness.
Support high school students with college planning, scholarship navigation, SAT/ACT timelines and testing, ASVAB, AP, and career exploration.
Assist students with postsecondary program applications, financial aid (FAFSA), and personal statements.
Coordinate virtual college fairs, career panels, and readiness events.
Collaborate regularly with academic coaches, learning specialists, teachers, and family support teams.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, accreditation standards, and confidentiality regulations, including FERPA.
Maintain accurate documentation of counseling sessions, interventions, and family communications in the school’s SIS or CRM.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.