School Counselor

Acceleration Academies • North Charleston, SC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Career Coach, you will serve as a key learning and support resource for our Graduation Candidates (GCs), helping them master the academic and career-readiness skills necessary for graduation and post-secondary success. You will guide students through a competency-based blended curriculum while leading the development of Personalized Learning Plans and supporting them in achieving academic milestones, career goals, and college or workforce readiness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, Masters' preferred
• South Carolina educator’s license with a School Counseling endorsement (REQUIRED)
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; a passion for mentoring and coaching youth
• A deep commitment to supporting high school-aged students who have disengaged from traditional schooling and empowering them to achieve academic and personal breakthroughs

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
• Experience working in non-traditional or alternative education settings
• Familiarity with ESE (Exceptional Student Education), ELL (English Language Learners), and behavior intervention practices
• Experience in transcript review and understanding of graduation requirements
• Proficient with technology in educational settings
• Exposure to project-based learning, instructional coaching, competency-based education, or cross-disciplinary teaching

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Personalized Learning Plans (PLPs) tailored to each student’s unique goals
• Guide students in creating class schedules to meet attendance and academic requirements
• Assign courses in accordance with the PLP
• Collaborate with support teams to ensure consistent student attendance and engagement
• Actively participate in the Retention Cycle Protocol
• Address barriers that impede student participation in the academy
• Advocate for and support site-level incentive programs
• Schedule, coordinate, and oversee all local, state, and national standardized exams
• Develop and monitor post-secondary plans for students, including career and college pathways
• Facilitate workshops focused on career planning, job readiness, and life skills
• Support students in developing resumes, cover letters, and interview strategies
• Assist students with college applications, financial aid, and career research
• Maintain awareness of local workforce trends and incorporate relevant insights into student planning
• Build partnerships with career pathway programs, including job fairs, shadowing, and internship opportunities
• Provide academic and career counseling tailored to individual student needs
• Stay current on employment trends and workforce development resources
• Represent the academy at networking events and community functions
• Participate actively in academy-wide meetings and planning sessions
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support academy goals

Benefits

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones.
• Flexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging work-life balance
• Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources
• Employee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us grow our team
• Professional Development: Certification reimbursement and learning opportunities
• Bonus Opportunities: Celebrating milestones and achievements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level