Post Secondary Counselor

Fusion-Academy; United States; Remote; USD 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Vacation time

401(k) plan with company match

Commuter benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Fusion Academy, a fully accredited 1-to-1 private school for grades 5–12, seeks a California-based College and Post-Secondary Counselor to guide students through post-secondary planning, college options, applications, and financial planning. This role supports both college-bound and non-college-bound students and collaborates with the nationwide counseling team.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience in post-secondary counseling, an advanced degree in school counseling or related field,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Post Secondary Counseling, College and Career Readiness, Educational Consulting, or Higher Ed and Admissions Counseling
• Advanced Degree (MA, MS, MEd, or higher) in School Counseling, Educational Psychology, Education, Mental Health Counseling, or related field
• Remote and virtual applicants eligible who reside in multiple states listed in the posting

Responsibilities

• Provide dynamic 1:1 counseling and post-secondary preparation courses to students
• Mentor students in exploring post-secondary options and link goals to college pathways
• Read transcripts and guide college applications, essays, and financial planning resources
• Support both college-bound and non-college-bound students with career prep and resumes
• Collaborate with Nationwide Post Secondary Counseling team across Fusion campuses

Skills

Post Secondary Counseling

College & Career Readiness

Educational Consulting

Higher Ed Admissions Counseling

Student mentoring

Education

Master's degree or higher in School Counseling or related

Tools

Canvas LMS

SCOIR

YouScience

Job description

Fusion Academy isthe school that changes everything! We are a fully accredited 1-to-1 private school for grades 5–12. As aPost-Secondary Counselor,you willwork 1-to-1 with students to explore their future and build strategic plans to achieve their goals after high school! Please note: Not all campuses serve grades 4 and 5, and specific details will be shared during the interview process.

WhatYou’llDo:

• Providea dynamicvirtual 1:1 teaching and counseling experience to students via credit-bearing post-secondary preparation courses, and non-credit-bearingpost-secondary counseling enrichment packages.

• Mentorstudents inexploring post-secondary options;4 yearcollege or university,2 yearjunior or community college, gap year, vocational and tech or trade schools, apprenticeships, military, ordirect tocareer and more!

• Navigate andutilizecollege and career readiness tools likeSCOIR,YouSciencetoidentifystudent aptitudes, interests, abilities and link them to their future goals.

• Read, analyze, and interpret transcripts,GPA's, and other academic records to make recommendations and provide guidance for college or university prospects.

• Forcollegebound students; provide comprehensive support through the college application and admissions process, standardized test preparation plans, developing personal statement and supplemental essays,assistin distributing financial planning resources as needed, and more! Craft detailed counselor letters of recommendation and successfully navigate the college application materials submission process for students on your active roster

• Communicate effectively with colleges and universities to ensure admission requirements have been met for college bound Fusion student

• Fornon-collegeboundstudents;assistwith resume building, interview techniques, career preparation, and developing professional presence.

• Connect and collaborate with the Nationwide Post Secondary Counseling team, supporting over 80 Fusion Academy campuses across the country and Fusion Global Academy.

WhatWe’reLooking for:

• 3 or more years of experience in Post Secondary Counseling, College and Career Readiness, Educational Consulting, or Higher Ed and Admissions Counseling

• Advanced Degree (MA, MS, MEd, or higher) in School Counseling, Educational Psychology, Education, Mental Health Counseling, or related field

• Fusion Academy is currently accepting employment applications for remote and virtual applicants who reside in the following states: Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington DC, Washington, Wisconsin.

• FusionPSC'smust havecomprehensive knowledgeof the college admissions process and experience guiding students through the complex college search and admissions process.

• Candidates will have knowledge of alternative post-secondary options such as vocational, apprenticeships, or gap year programs and be able to support students inpreparing forthe workforce or finding internship opportunities.

• Candidatesneedto have an innate passion for nurturing andsupportadolescents. Experience with Neurodivergent Students with Learning Disabilities is a plus.

• Our ideal candidate is an outgoing, well-organized, entrepreneurial individual who leads and mentors with love!

• Culture is crucial!FusionPSC'sconnect and collaborate regularly in a remote environment. Candidates must be proficient in building trust, rapport, and relationships in a virtual landscape.

• Florida residentsrequirelevel 2 background screening throughhttps://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

We are seeking an experienced California-based College and Post-Secondary Counselor with broad knowledge of colleges and post-secondary pathways nationwide, and particular expertise in the UC, CSU, and California Community College systems. Candidates must have experience guiding students through college application platforms and the essay writing process, managing a dynamic caseload of students with individualized post-secondary goals, and supporting neurodivergent learners. Experience teaching courses through Canvas LMS is essential. The ideal candidate is resourceful, adaptable, student-centered, and eager to learn and explore diverse post-secondary opportunities.

Why Fusion?

Because teaching with us means more than delivering lessons — it means being part of a community that believes inyou. At Fusion, we’re dedicated to 1-1 personalized learning — emotionally, socially, and academically — and we invest in our teachers just like we invest in our students. Learn more about Fusion and this opportunityHERE.

Benefits:

We offer a package for full-time employees whichgenerally includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• Vacationtime (for certain positions)inaccordance withcompany policy andstatelaw

• Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability

In addition to the above items, full-timeandpart-time employees cangenerally participatein the following benefits:

• Sick time and paid holidaysin accordancewithcompanypolicy

• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility

• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits

• Employeeassistanceprogram

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance resultsin accordance withcompany policy. If a bonus applies, more information will be givenatoffer.

Work Authorization:

Employment is contingent upon authorization to work in the United States. We do not provide visa sponsorship for this role.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability,nationalityor sex. Qualified applicants who have access to or contact with students or the public, whoare responsible forthe safeguarding of others’ well-being, and who work with little supervisionin close proximity toothers will berequiredto complete a criminal history check once a contingent offer of employment is made. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employmentin accordance withlocal law. The nature and gravity of an offense, the length of time since the conviction, and the nature of the job in question are all considered, and criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify employment. Any discussion of criminal history will occur only after the background check iscompletedand a copy is provided to the applicant.

Min

USD $34.00/Hr.

Max

USD $40.00/Hr.