High School Counselor

iCademy Global is a tuition-free K-12 virtual school headquartered in West Michigan. We know that a great education doesnt have to take place in a traditional classroom. Its about personalized attention between teachers and students parents and teachers and students and their peers. When students families and staff work together as a community students gain the tools they need to reach their goals.

At iCademy our staff build strong relationships with students through regular connection personalized support and consistent communication with families in a highly collaborative virtual environment. The School Counselor plays an important role in helping students stay engaged plan for their future and access the support they need to be successful.

Responsibilities include:

Academic

• Support student skills attitudes and knowledge that contribute to effective learning
• Assist students in developing strategies to achieve success in school
• Assist students in understanding the relationship of academics to careers life at home and in the community
• Design and implement interventions that support student success
• As part of a multidisciplinary team review eligibility for special education services

College Career

• Encourage all students to engage in lifelong learning and develop career paths
• Provide the foundation for the acquisition of skills attitudes and knowledge that empower students to make a successful transition from school to career
• Provide a comprehensive plan of career awareness exploration and preparation through the development of a robust EDP
• Support postsecondary opportunities through presentations and special events (e.g. guest speakers college fairs college trips)
• Assist students in navigating the college search and application process
• Facilitate college admission and financial aid workshops for students and parents
• Assist with testing processes and information pertinent to college (e.g. PSAT SAT ACT etc.)
• Develop and maintain relationships with local colleagues tech centers community colleges and employment programs
• Record progress in the student information database

Student Retention

• Integrate Personalized Learning strategies in student and staff interactions to improve students educational experience
• Understand Learning Styles and the implications of each learning style in relation to students educational experience
• Apply knowledge of various counseling techniques to improve and support student retention
• Develop and implement engagement interventions

Counseling Program and School-Wide Collaboration

• Implement school-wide programs that help maintain positive school climates
• Promote school policies and practices that ensure the safety of all students by reducing school violence bullying and harassment
• Participate in staff meetings professional development graduation and school activities

Personal/Social

• Provide mentoring for students struggling socially or emotionally.
• Work with school personnel and community agencies to provide support services to behaviors that interfere with school success
• Reinforce executive functioning skills such as but not limited to communication and social skills problem-solving anger management self-regulation optimism and resilience
• Enhance understanding and acceptance of diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Provide referrals to community support services
• Cultivate relationships with community organizations
• Respond to crises by providing direct services and coordination with appropriate community services

Qualifications

• Masters degree in School Counseling or a related field preferred.
• Valid Michigan School Counselor License required.
• Experience working with K-12 students including at-risk student populations preferred.
• Experience with prevention intervention developmental and crisis counseling preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with students families and staff.
• Ability to work independently take initiative and follow through.
• Comfortable using technology and working in a virtual school environment.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and online learning tools.
• Ability to use data to inform decisions and support continuous improvement.

Work Environment

• Primarily remote with scheduled on-site requirements
• On-site one day per week during the school year (Tuesdays)
• Additional on-site attendance required for state testing new student orientation and other required school events
• Reliable internet access and appropriate home workspace required

Position Details

• Full-time exempt school-year position
• 26-27 School Year
• Balanced Calendar ( Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex age disability religion height weight marital status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

  This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities or qualifications required. Duties may change at any time based on organizational needs.

  Management Company:

  iCademy Global is operated by Innovative Education Services (IES) a non-profit management company.

  Job Type: Full-time

  Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance

  Physical Setting:

  • Charter school
  • School

  License/Certification:

  • School Counselor License or MI Cert w/ NT Endorsement (Required)