School Counselor

Florida Virtual School

34d•$57,000 - $106,525•Remote

About The Position

Our Mission is to equip students for success by developing and delivering highly effective digital learning through an intuitive online platform. FLVS does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other reason prohibited by law. The Position: Position General Summary: The FLVS School Counselor works to maximize student success and promote access and equity for all students. School Counselors deliver developmentally appropriate activities and services. School Counselors are active members of the school community and support staff, students, and parents in achieving the mission of the school and providing an individualized educational experience.

Requirements

Education: Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling.
Valid professional Florida certificate in Guidance and Counseling.
Experience: Three years’ high school, middle school or elementary school guidance experience.
Knowledge, abilities and skills: Knowledge and understanding of all state and federal education guidelines.
Knowledge of university admission requirements and procedures.
Knowledge of all state rules, laws, policies, and procedures applicable to elementary, middle and high school students.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of technical issues affecting the organization.
Proficiency in organization and coordination skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to employ innovative problem solving techniques to accomplish objectives.
Skills with all required and recommended FLVS computer applications.
Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Host small and large group sessions to students including but not limited to the following: social emotional learning support, academic information sessions, transition and articulation.
Plan and host school wide events which may include but not limited to Career Week, Red Ribbon Week, Honor Roll, and other student recognition events.
Assist and provide consultation to students and families in the enrollment and course selection process.
Determine eligibility requirements, collaborate with enrollment techs and registrars to gather requirements documents.
Collaborate with the Admin team in master schedule decisions/needs.
Review academic records and determine appropriate course placement as well as identify screening needs for intensive support or acceleration.
Full Time Only- Course scheduling, schedule changes, ensuring promotion/graduation requirements are met as well as any requirements or documents needed.
Supporting withdrawal process and gathering documents if needed.
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders (email, text, communication tool, SIS, newsletter, website, weekly update, staff meetings).
Provide academic, articulation, and social emotional support information and resources as requested.
Create and host sessions for parents and staff and provide updated communication on varied topics throughout the year.
Support college and career readiness and exploration.
Coordinate and collaborate with counselors of other FLVS programs (Flex/FT) for student records, transfers, course progress monitoring, and approvals for courses taken via Flex
Working closely with school administration to ensure individual student needs are met.
Collaborating with other teams (Enrollment/Assessment, ESE, MTSS, ELL, Student Services) to ensure individual student needs are met and as well as attending associated meetings (IEP/504 meetings, SST, and TAT meetings).
Provide completed input forms/documentation as requested to support student success.
Implement Tier 1 mental health supports and SEL curriculum support when needed.
Be an active participant in Threat Assessment Team Meetings, Re-entry meetings and additional support as warranted.
Activate handle with care and monitor student progress accordingly.
Assist with student crisis and follow-up as needed.
Providing individual student and parent support based on need (technical assistance, academic, counseling, SEL, etc).
Work to ensure assigned help tickets are resolved in a timely manner.
Create and monitor tickets submitted to address student needs and supports workflow accordingly.
Be an active participant in the school community attending school, grade level, and team meetings and functions.
Attend other school wide events as required (ex: pre-planning, graduation, student services events, and other FLVS professional development days)
Stay up to date on the latest legislative changes that impact the role of School Counselor.
Participate in ongoing professional development for continued growth.
Meet professional obligations through efficient and effective work habits.
All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established.