[Hiring] College and Post Secondary Counselor @Fusion Academy

Role Description

Are you passionate about helping dynamic students navigate the post-secondary exploration and college admissions process? Fusion Academy is hiring a Full-time College and Post-Secondary Counselor (PSC) to guide students through applications and planning.

At Fusion, every day is fast-paced and rewarding. You’ll work one-to-one with creative, motivated students to help them discover their goals, explore college and career pathways, and build personalized post-secondary plans. We’re looking for experienced, empathetic counselors who bring both expertise and heart to supporting students and families through every step of this important journey.

• Provide dynamic, one-to-one virtual counseling to students via Zoom through individualized college counseling packages.
• Teach virtual credit-bearing courses focused on post-secondary exploration and college planning using Canvas.
• Mentor students as they explore diverse post-secondary pathways, including 4-year universities, 2-year colleges, gap years, technical programs, apprenticeships, the military, and direct-to-career options.
• Utilize platforms like SCOIR and YouScience to help students identify their strengths, interests, and career goals.
• Review academic records—including transcripts and GPAs—to advise students on course planning and admission strategies.
• Guide college-bound students and families through the entire application process, including platform navigation (Common App, UC, CSU, ApplyTexas, CUNY/SUNY, Coalition), test planning, essay development, financial aid awareness, and counselor recommendations.
• Support students pursuing non-college pathways with resume writing, interview preparation, and workforce readiness skills.
• Collaborate with a nationwide team of Post-Secondary Counselors (PSCs) to support over 80 Fusion Academy campuses and Fusion Global Academy.
• Effectively manage multiple systems such as Canvas, Salesforce, SCOIR, Zoom and Microsoft Outlook/Teams to track progress and maintain strong communication with your colleagues and caseload.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in school counseling, college counseling, or college admissions.
• Master’s degree or higher in School Counseling, or a related field.
• Extensive knowledge of U.S. and international college admissions, including multiple application platforms (Common App, Scoir, UC, TexasApply, SUNY, Coalition, etc.).
• Familiarity with diverse post-secondary pathways such as gap years, vocational training, and apprenticeships.
• Experience supporting neurodivergent learners and students with learning differences, including ADHD.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills and the ability to guide students and families through each stage of the college process.
• Warm, student-centered approach—empathetic, proactive, and adaptable.
• Excellent relationship-building skills, able to foster trust and engagement in a virtual environment.
• Collaborative and self-directed, with the ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive nationwide team.
• Demonstrates resilience, professionalism, and compassion in fast-paced or high-stress situations.

Benefits

• Paid sick time and holidays (per company policy and state law)
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with company match (based on eligibility)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA option
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Accident, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match