School Counselor - Inspire Connections Academy

Connections Academy•Boise, ID

23h•Remote

About The Position

Inspire Connections Academy is a tuition-free, online public charter school serving students in grades K–12 throughout Idaho. Inspire Connections Academy is authorized under state law by the Idaho Charter School Commission and governed by an independent Board of Directors. It is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement and has met Cognia's criteria for educational quality. Inspire Connections Academy participates in the PERSI retirement system. Working from their home office in Idaho, the School Counselor will virtually assist students in grades K-12 and parents/learning coaches with course selection and scheduling. The school counselor will be the initial point of contact for student concerns that span multiple subject areas and non-academic issues. The school counselor will become an expert on course and credit requirements for grades 6-12 students and establish counseling processes for grades K-12.

Requirements

This position is for the 2026-27 school year, starting August 4th, 2026.
Idaho State Pupil Personnel Certificate endorsed as a school counselor or social worker.
Applicants must reside in Idaho.
Strong technology skills, particularly with Google Workspace, Zoom, and Windows-based operating systems.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to analyze data, develop and implement intervention plans, and track student progress.
High degree of flexibility, strong collaboration skills, and ability to work independently from and manage responsibilities in a remote, home-based setting.
Willingness to travel occasionally for marketing events, field trips, and state testing (may include overnight travel).
Ability to work occasional evening hours to support families as needed.
Private workspace free from distraction, high-speed internet, and appropriate childcare arrangements for any dependent children during scheduled work hours (8-4 MST).
Two-step authentication is required to access all systems and may require a personal device.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain a plan for effective delivery of the comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model
Advise students and families related to academics, career planning, and graduation
Keep abreast of all high school graduation requirements and communicate this information to the necessary stakeholders
Assist students and parents with the secondary school course selection process according to specific state credit and graduation requirements, student needs, and interests. An integral part of this process is assisting students and parents to develop a Four Year Plan for meeting graduation requirements
Advise students with issues related to dropping courses and changing schedules, seeking support as needed while ensuring that the school’s course selection and drop policies are adhered to
Review student transcripts and the entry of credits into the online transcript system
Follow procedures to ensure that Connections Academy transcripts are accurate and up-to-date
Work with the administrative assistants to obtain school records from the student’s previous school (where applicable) and forward student records when appropriate
Advocate for all students by maintaining a current knowledge of equity and diversity issues and promoting equal educational opportunities for all students
Implement programs for students and families related to interpersonal adjustment issues
Work with school teams to identify and help families access school and community resources and implement a follow-up process
Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for the school and serve as a vital member of the Student Support Team (SST)
Coordinate a team of K-12 teachers to help identify students who are “at risk” or “in crisis”; act as the main point of contact for these students and families, communicating regularly with them
Implement efforts to secure complete and accurate records for Connections Academy students
Support families through the school withdrawal process, assisting with data collection regarding withdrawal
Report and refer to critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being as obligated by law, administrative regulations, or ethical standards. Stay abreast of all state regulations relating to incident reporting and documentation
When students enroll mid-semester, assist teachers in integrating them into coursework and handling previous grades, credits, and evaluations
Implement special programs such as Advanced Placement support, SAT and ACT Preparation, and college entrance preparation
Understand the requirements for and assist in the administration of all high school testing, including PSAT, SAT, ACT, and AP exams
Educate stakeholders on Advanced Opportunities funding and assist students and their families in creating graduation plans to maximize college credit earning potential; assist students in selecting and registering for college classes
Serve as a site coordinator for Idaho Digital Learning Academy as needed
Help students to research and understand their post-secondary career and educational options
Assist with student preparation of applications for college and jobs
Educate students and parents about college admissions requirements and financial aid
Support professional development activities for teachers and school staff members
Assume teaching and grading duties as necessary
Assist in coordinating high school graduation ceremonies
all other duties as assigned