High School Counselor

Overview

Certified Support Staff at Missouri Virtual Academy (MOVA) promotes student success by implementing comprehensive counseling programs, guiding learners in academic, personal, social, and career development.

• Plan and review postsecondary options for students, including education, military, and workforce pathways.
• Apply academic achievement strategies and manage emotions, fostering interpersonal skills.
• Hold quarterly meetings with each student on the caseload to review graduation plans and post‑secondary goals.
• Deliver classroom instruction aligned with student‑success standards.
• Review transcripts and academic documentation for new and returning students.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to develop four‑year graduation plans and audit schedules for graduation candidacy.
• Advise on course placements, including Advanced Placement and challenge pathways.
• Analyze student data to develop data‑driven intervention action plans.
• Provide short‑term counseling and refer students for long‑term supports as needed.
• Support standardized testing, parent education, and staff development initiatives.
• Advocate for students at IEP meetings and other student‑focused meetings.
• Travel up to 20% of the time for professional development, testing, and school needs.

• Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of counseling and/or advisement experience.
• Current Missouri School Counselor license (or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment if licensed in another state).
• Successful completion of background check.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, web‑based search engines, and database systems.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

• Master’s degree in school counseling.
• Experience as a teacher or in a customer‑service environment.
• Familiarity with state's, local, and federal laws and mandated reporting.
• Background in a charter school setting.
• Experience with state career‑planning systems, such as Pathfinder.
• Experience with distance learning platforms.

• Must hold a Missouri School Counselor license; if licensed in another state, must obtain Missouri licensure within 60 days of hire.
• Must reside in Missouri; remote work is possible for candidates in surrounding states.

Full‑time remote position, 40+ hours per week. Requires an independent, distraction‑free home office during standard work hours (typically 9‑5 or 8‑4). Travel up to 20% of the time may be required.

Salary range: $44,452 – $66,678 per year, with potential for performance bonuses. Eligible employees receive a robust benefits package, including health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Stride, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. The company complies with all legally required affirmative action obligations and prohibits discrimination related to pay inquiries.