[Hiring] K-8 School Counselor @Connections Academy

Role Description

Working remotely from home in Arkansas, the K–8 School Counselor will virtually support students and parents/learning coaches with academic, social/emotional, and early career development. The School Counselor serves as the primary point of contact for student concerns across subject areas and non-academic needs. The counselor will collaborate with the Manager of Counseling Services to implement a comprehensive K–8 counseling program aligned with the ASCA National Model.

The School Counselor will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Deliver school counseling core curriculum through virtual lessons.
• Provide individual and small group counseling based on student needs.
• Support academic planning, goal setting, and Student Success Plans using academic, behavioral, and social-emotional data.
• Facilitate course selection and recommend students for accelerated and high school credit-bearing opportunities.
• Monitor student progress and engagement; provide interventions and address barriers to learning.
• Support onboarding, transitions, and review of academic records for new and returning students.
• Develop and implement academic and behavior support plans in collaboration with staff and families.
• Support at-risk or crisis situations and follow safety reporting procedures.
• Collaborate with staff and connect families to school and community resources.
• Maintain communication through virtual office hours, workshops, and family outreach.
• Support student engagement through career readiness activities, events, and enrichment opportunities.
• Maintain accurate student records, including enrollment, withdrawal, and transcript audits/credit checks.
• Conduct compliance checks, support course/grade changes, dual enrollment processes, and required indicators.
• Maintain counseling resources and participate in program planning, data review, and professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must reside within the state of Arkansas or live within 300 miles of Bentonville, AR.
• Arkansas certification in School Counseling (K–8 or appropriate grade band).
• Strong technology skills (Microsoft Office and virtual platforms).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible, student-centered approach.
• Willingness to travel occasionally (may require overnight travel).
• Ability to use a personal device and email for two-step authentication.