Data-Driven School Counselor for College & Equity

The School District of Lee County; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County invites applications for a School Counselor at Veterans Park Academy for the Arts in Lehigh Acres, FL. The counselor will design and implement a data-driven program addressing academic, college/career, and social-emotional development for all students.

Responsibilities include direct services, indirect referrals, and collaboration with parents, teachers, and community partners to ensure equity, safety, and student success.

Qualifications

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of counseling theories and practices.
• Knowledge of FERPA, HIPAA and related regulations.
• Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies.
• Ability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a data-driven, comprehensive school counseling program addressing academic, college/career, and social-emotional development.
• Provide direct services (curriculum, individual and group counseling, planning) and indirect services (referrals, consultations with parents and teachers).
• Engage with parents, staff and community to promote educational equity and student success.
• Promote ASCA mindsets and behavior standards within the school community.
• Foster safe, supportive climate and strong partnerships with families and community.

Skills

Communication skills

Counseling knowledge

Project management

Regulatory knowledge (FERPA HIPAA)

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in counseling

Florida PK-12 guidance & counseling certificate

Job description

The School District of Lee County invites applications for a School Counselor at Veterans Park Academy for the Arts in Lehigh Acres, FL. The counselor will design and implement a data-driven program addressing academic, college/career, and social-emotional development for all students.

Responsibilities include direct services, indirect referrals, and collaboration with parents, teachers, and community partners to ensure equity, safety, and student success.