High School Counselor

This position is remote and strongly prefers candidates that reside in New Mexico. May consider candidates from all 50 states and Washington, D.C.

About the Role

K12, a Stride Company, provides families with an online option for a high-quality, personalized education experience. The mission of New Mexico Destination Career Academy (NMDCA) is to offer an exemplary individualized and engaging educational experience for students by incorporating school and family partnerships, a rigorous curriculum, and a data-driven, student-centered instructional model. As a School Counselor, you will promote student success through leadership, advocacy, and collaboration by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that guides learners in academic success, social and emotional development, and career and college planning.

Responsibilities

• Helps all students plan for postsecondary options (enroll in education, enlist in military, or enter the workforce) and apply academic achievement strategies.
• Assists students in managing emotions and applying interpersonal skills.
• Focuses students and families on college and career readiness.
• Meets quarterly with all students on caseload to review graduation plans and post-secondary options.
• Delivers classroom instruction based on student success standards.
• Reviews transcripts and other academic documentation for new and returning students.
• Collaborates with teaching staff to develop a four-year graduation plan and audits student schedules for graduation eligibility.
• Assists students in course placement, including recommendations for Advanced Placement (AP) and pathways to challenge and enrich learning.
• Analyzes student data and develops data-driven intervention action plans.
• Provides short-term counseling to students and referrals for long-term support as needed.
• Supports the efforts of teachers, staff, and parents through a structured support system.
• Supports the standardized testing program, parent education, and staff development.
• May advocate for students at IEP meetings and other student-focused meetings.
• Travel up to 20% of the time for professional development, student testing, or school requirements.

Requirements

• Appropriate state Department of Education High School (9-12) Counseling Certification.
• If the current teaching certification is from another state, proof of New Mexico license application must be provided within 7 days of the start date, and an approved New Mexico teaching license must be obtained within 90 days.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three (3) years of experience in counseling and/or advisement.
• School Counselor License.
• Ability to clear a required background check.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, web-based search engines, and database systems.
• Flexible schedule; ability to travel as needed.
• Master’s degree in school counseling (desired).
• Experience with distance learning (desired).
• Advanced coursework in counseling and administration (desired).
• Experience as a teacher (desired).
• Experience in a customer service environment (desired).
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and mandated reporting (desired).
• Experience in a charter school environment (preferred).
• Experience with state career planning systems, Pathfinder, or other career planning platforms/tools (desired).

Schedule

This is a full-time position requiring the ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week. Must maintain a professional home office without distraction during work hours, typically 9-5 (or 8-4) or as defined by the school.

Pay

Salaries will differ based on factors such as education, experience, qualifications, and work location. The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000. Eligible employees may receive a bonus.

Benefits

Stride offers a robust benefits package for eligible employees, which may include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.