Job details
Job type part-time
Full job description
Company summary
At connections academy, helping students maximize their potential and meet the highest performance standards through a uniquely individualized learning program is at the core of our missionConnections academy was founded in 2001 to deliver high-quality, highly accountable online education to students in grades k-12Hallmarks of connections academy-supported online schools include personalized learning, an award-winning curriculum and education management system (ems), dedicated state-certified teachers, and a supportive school communityParents of enrolled students consistently share their satisfaction with connections academy: 92% “would recommend the schools to other families” and 95% say the curriculum is “high quality.” in 2017, connections academy-supported public schools serve students in 27 states, while the private online school, international connections academy meets the online school needs of students worldwideRecognized for its outstanding curriculum and leadership, connections academy is committed to expanding quality education through technology, and helping students achieve both academic and personal successConnections academy is part of the global learning company, pearson, and its online & blended learning groupFor more information, visit www.connectionsacademy.com.
School summary
Lighthouse connections academy (lca) is a tuition-free virtual public charter school serving students in grades k-12 throughout michiganLca is authorized by oxford community schools and governed by an independent board of directorsThe school contracts with connections education llc to provide its educational program and other servicesConnections academy, a division of connections education, is accredited by advanced.
Position summary and responsibilities
Working from our office in troy, michigan, or your home office, the college and career readiness counselor will work with the school’s college and career readiness specialist to support the mission and operations to help students successfully complete their instructional and career pathway programsThey will assist students and parents in understanding and meeting graduation requirements, course selection and scheduling, career pathway planning and completion, and crisis interventionThey will support the framework of educational and career continuum programs of the school with special emphasis on the management of the cte internship placement programThe college and career readiness counselor will become an expert on the state`s course requirements, academic planning, and career pathways required to earn a diploma and certifications in the stateThey will work with their team of school counselors to establish a comprehensive counseling program to support all students, and collaborate with the special education team to support students with an iep.
The college and career readiness counselor will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:
Develop, plan and execute a comprehensive counseling program which meets the academic development, personal growth and career planning needs for all students;
Coordinate and support school staff in the implementation of the career advisory program for students;
Monitor execution of special programs related to career awareness, exploration and preparation;
Keep abreast of all high school graduation requirements as they relate to career pathways;
Assist in the development of the cte internship program for lca students;
Plan and supervise the secondary school course selection process according to specific state credit and graduation requirements and student needs and interests;
Counsel students with issues related to dropping courses and changing schedules;
Ensure that the counseling staff is able to assist teachers when students enroll mid-semester, making sure that teachers receive guidance on integrating the students into their coursework, and ensuring that previous grades, credits, and evaluations are handled appropriately;
Supervise the receipt and review of student transcripts and oversee the entry of credits into the online transcript system;
Design and implement crisis prevention and management plans for the school and provide leadership to the crisis management team;
Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being as obligated by law, administrative regulations, or ethical standards;
Keep current on community resources vital to meeting the needs of students in distress, making them available to school teams and to families as needed;
Work with school staff to identify students who are at risk or in crisis;
Counsel families through the school withdrawal process, assisting with data collection regarding withdrawal; and
Other duties as assigned.
Based on potential student enrollment changes, this position will work until the end of each semester of the 2021-2022 school year as a college & career readiness counselorAt that time, the school and department leadership will evaluate the status of this position and could extend it for the following semester or school year if they deem it necessaryPart time positions are not eligible for employee benefits.
Requirements
Master’s degree in counselor education preferred.
Active michigan school counseling license
Minimum 3 years counseling experience
Proficiency in career pathways and cte-focused school setting preferred
Travel required to troy office as needed; robust traveling around state testing periods
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Customer focused approach
High degree of flexibility
Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment
Team player with demonstrated leadership skills
Technologically proficient (especially with microsoft office products)
Lighthouse connections academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serveWe foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
