Requisition Number 19-1571
Title (INDLS) HS Guidance Counselor - 2019/20
City State wide State IN

Description

High School Guidance Counselor
INSPIRE THE FUTURE!

K12 is a dynamic company on a mission to provide the most compelling, comprehensive, and effective K-12 education available. Our employees are a critical part of an organization that is providing powerful, new options for the way children can be educated. They have a passion for education and a drive to make a difference.

Passionate Counselors are needed at the K12 partner school, Indiana Digital Learning School (INDLS). We want you to be a part of our talented team!
The mission of Indiana Digital Learning School is to provide an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and community/family partnerships coupled with a rigorous curriculum along with a data-driven and student-centered instructional model. Student success will be measured by valid and reliable assessment data, parent and student satisfaction, and continued institutional growth within the academic community. Join us!

We are anticipating advisor and certified school Guidance Counselor openings for the upcoming 2019-20 school year. If you wish to express interest in future opportunities, please submit your resume by applying online to join our database!

AS A VIRTUAL COUNSELOR, YOU WILL ENJOY...

• Delivers individual and group guidance curriculum supporting student development;
• Assist students in course placement and course scheduling;
• Prepares and reviews transcripts and other academic documentation for new and returning students;
• Works collaboratively with teaching staff to develop a foru (4) year plan for inclusion in the Individual Learning Plan (ILP);
• Analyzes student data and develops data-driven programs for intervention action plans;
• Provides responsive services to individuals or groups on academic and personal issues;
• Provides an individual planning system to guide students toward post-secondary goals;
• Assists students in the acquisition of study skills, academic opportunities and benefits;
• Provides a support system that strengthens the efforts of teachers, staff, and parents;
• Supports standardized testing program; parent education; and staff development;
• Works with the teaching team to design and implement an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) for each student in school;
• Focuses students and families on college and career readiness;
• Provides academic counseling, including recommendations on Advanced Placement (AP) and technical courses, to challenge and enrich student learning opportunities;
• Audits student schedules for candidacy for graduation as determined by school and State policies.

Get to know INDLS

• Indiana Digital Learning School
• Behind the Scenes
• A Day in the Life

Are you driven by excellence to deliver instruction, support and guidance, manage the learning process, and focus on students' individual needs? If selected, you will participate in a comprehensive new teacher training program for three weeks before the start of school. It is an opportunity to meet colleagues and learn the responsibilities required for delivering curriculum in an online environment. During this training you will also learn how to monitor student progress through K12's learning management system, and to be a partner actively working with students and parents to advance each child's learning. Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years advising, teaching or School Guidance Counselor experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree
• Appropriate State School Guidance Counselor certification
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience in a customer service environment
• Strong written/verbal communication skills
• Flexible schedule
• Ability to pass required background and/or fingerprinting checks
• Experience coordinating academically-oriented clubs and extracurricular activities
• Ability to travel at least once per month within and between assigned geographic areas to support students, attend regularly scheduled meetings, and participate in school activities, open houses and orientations.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with the proposed age group
• Experience supporting adults and children in the use of technology
• An ability to learn new technology tools quickly (e.g., database and web-based tools)
• An ability to support and guide adults as well as students

WHO ARE WE?

• About Us
• K12 Produces Results
• Kudos and Honors
• thinkTANK12

K12 is a Federal Contractor, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

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