2026-27 School Counselor

Bridgeprep Academy•Champions Gate, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

SMART Management and BridgePrep Academy are seeking a compassionate, highly organized, and student-centered School Counselor to support students’ academic, social-emotional, and behavioral development. The role partners with students, families, teachers, administrators, and student support teams to provide guidance and support that helps students thrive in school and beyond. It is based at BridgePrep ChampionsGate in Championsgate, Florida, for the 2026–27 school year, and reports to the Principal or Campus Administrator. The counselor provides individual and small-group counseling, coordinates student services and MTSS supports, responds to student crises and referrals, and engages with families and the community. The role also implements schoolwide character development, guidance, and social-emotional learning programs, maintains confidential student records, and participates in leadership check-ins, professional development, and coaching. Year-one success measures include addressing and documenting at least 90% of student support referrals in a timely, professional manner, implementing intervention plans with fidelity, and receiving positive staff and family feedback. The salary is $55,000–$60,000, with comprehensive benefits and financial supplements for advanced degrees. The posting describes a network of 21 charter schools in Florida and emphasizes data-informed student advocacy, student safety, mental well-being, and personal growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
Valid or eligible Florida School Counselor Certification.
Exceptional listening, empathy, crisis intervention, and organizational skills.
Alignment with the organization’s student-centered mission.
Successful completion of a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Arrange three professional reference checks if selected as a final candidate, including one with a former manager.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in School Counseling or a related field; eligible for a salary supplement.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and small-group counseling for students experiencing academic, social-emotional, or behavioral challenges.
Monitor student intervention plans, support MTSS frameworks, and respond promptly and professionally to student crises and referrals.
Partner with families, facilitate support meetings, share resources, and communicate clearly about student progress.
Implement campus-wide character development initiatives, guidance lessons, and social-emotional learning activities.
Maintain accurate and confidential student documentation.
Participate in school leadership check-ins, professional development, and coaching sessions.
Use data to guide student support, monitor intervention plans, and assess outcomes.