Remote High School Counselor - Student Success & Planning

Connections-Education-4; Santa Fe (NM); Remote; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

New Mexico Connections Academy is seeking a dedicated High School Counselor to work from home in New Mexico. You will guide students in course selection, graduation planning and college preparation, coordinating with teachers and school staff to ensure compliance with state requirements.

The role requires NM counseling certification, strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage transcripts and student records while supporting at-risk students and crisis

Qualifications

• New Mexico service certification in High School Counseling.
• Strong technology skills, especially with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• High degree of flexibility.
• Team player with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for events (marketing and state testing).
• Able to use a personal device and email for 2-step authentication.

Responsibilities

• Advise students and families on academics, career planning and graduation.
• Assist with course selection and develop a Four Year Plan.
• Review transcripts and ensure accuracy of credits.
• Coordinate with teachers to support at-risk students.
• Participate in crisis prevention and SST planning.
• Oversee graduation ceremonies and related activities.
• Support counselors and collaboration with the Counseling Services Manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tech proficiency

Communication skills

Customer focus

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Leadership

Adaptability

Travel readiness

Tech literacy

Education

New Mexico service certification in High School Counseling

Job description

New Mexico Connections Academy is seeking a dedicated High School Counselor to work from home in New Mexico. You will guide students in course selection, graduation planning and college preparation, coordinating with teachers and school staff to ensure compliance with state requirements.

The role requires NM counseling certification, strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent communication, and the ability to manage transcripts and student records while supporting at-risk students and crisis