School Counselor

Innovative Network of Knowledge; San Antonio (TX); Remote; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellspring Global Academy, a virtual K–12 school, seeks a dedicated School Counselor to support students' academic planning, personal development, and college/career readiness in a remote setting.

The counselor serves as a liaison between students, families, and staff, ensuring individualized academic plans, timely transcript reviews, and proactive interventions to help students succeed from enrollment through graduation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling and Texas certification.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in education.
• Experience with diverse student populations.
• Strong interpersonal and remote communication skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic planning and counseling for K–12 students.
• Monitor progress, credits, transcripts, and graduation requirements.
• Coordinate college/career readiness and FAFSA guidance.
• Maintain FERPA-compliant records and collaborate with families.

Skills

Academic advising

Transcripts & GPA

Student support

Remote communication

Bilingual (EN/ES)

Education

Master’s degree in School Counseling

Texas K–12 Certification

Tools

Google Workspace

Zoom/Meet

LMS/SIS systems

FERPA compliance

Job description

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!About Us:Innovative Network of Knowledge is a dynamic and rapidly growing virtual company in an emerging space of innovation in education. Our passion is to change education forever for the K-12 students (online) we serve. We are changing the way children learn and apply knowledge in the real world. Through our Project Based approach, supported by personal Educational Concierges, we strengthen the whole child through their educational experience. Through synchronous and asynchronous opportunities, co-teaching, and workshop labs, our students are immersed and challenged in a way not experienced in today’s educational landscape. In addition, staff and students will take part in weekly programs that promote character and citizenship opportunities to grow not only as a school but also as a community at large. We guarantee that you and your child become part of our family and will be engaged, excited, and prepared for college, career, and life..Core Focus:Innovative Network of Knowledge seeks to change education forever through innovation and technology. We offer a well of knowledge, a spring of possibilities and a place where your family becomes part of ours.Key Benefits:Educational Concierge: Every family has access to a dedicated Educational Concierge to assist with enrollment, course planning and ongoing academic guidance, ensuring each student finds their unique path to success.Goal-Oriented Tracking: We help students set meaningful milestones and track their progress, encouraging achievement and celebrating every accomplishment along the way.Community-Focused Learning: Our programs are structured to foster collaboration and connection, building confidence and social skills even within a virtual setting.Technology:Innovative Network of Knowledge will provide this role with a company provided laptop, but the employee will secure and cover the cost for the operation of this technology in the virtual landscape of his/her home office. (internet, telephone, home office setup, etc.).Position Overview:The K–12 School Counselor at Wellspring Global Academy plays a pivotal role in supporting students’ academic planning, personal development, and college/career readiness in a virtual environment. This individual serves as a key liaison between students, families, and academic staff—ensuring each student has a clear, supportive, and successful academic journey from enrollment through graduation.Essential Position FunctionsAcademic Planning & AdvisingGuide students and families in selecting appropriate courses aligned with academic goals, graduation requirements, and postsecondary plans.Create and manage individualized academic plans for students in grades K–12.Monitor student progress toward graduation; conduct regular credit checks and transcript reviews.Provide proactive support for academic interventions, schedule changes, and retention planning.Coordinate and track dual credit/dual enrollment participation and maintain partnerships with higher education institutions.Transcripts, Scheduling & Records ManagementMaintain and update student transcripts, including GPA calculations and class rankings where applicable.Process transcript requests, credit transfers, and academic records in accordance with FERPA regulations.Collaborate with enrollment and registrar teams to ensure accurate course placements and student schedules.Review course enrollment requests for accuracy and alignment with student plans.Social-Emotional & Whole Child SupportProvide short-term counseling and referrals for academic motivation, social-emotional challenges, and personal development needs.Identify at-risk students and collaborate with student support staff to implement intervention plans.Facilitate guidance lessons or workshops focused on self-management, decision-making, peer relationships, and emotional wellness.College, Career & Life ReadinessSupport high school students with college planning, scholarship navigation, SAT/ACT timelines and testing, ASVAB, AP, and career exploration.Assist students with applications for postsecondary programs, financial aid (FAFSA), and personal statements.Coordinate virtual college fairs, career panels, and readiness events.Collaboration & ComplianceCollaborate regularly with academic coaches, learning specialists, teachers, and family support teams.Ensure compliance with internal policies, accreditation standards, and confidentiality regulations (FERPA).Maintain accurate documentation of counseling sessions, interventions, and family communications in the school’s SIS or CRM.Other DutiesPerform additional responsibilities as assignedRequired Skills, Knowledge, and AbilitiesDeep understanding of academic advising, course planning, transcripts, GPA, and postsecondary readinessExperience working with diverse student populationsStrong interpersonal and communication skills in a remote settingTech-savvy; comfortable using virtual platforms (Google Workspace, Zoom/Google Meet, TEAMS, LMS/SIS systems)Preferred:Experience in an online or hybrid K–12 school environmentKnowledge of NCAA eligibility processes, dual credit systems, and transcript evaluationBilingual (English/Spanish) a plusEducation & Certification RequirementsMaster’s degree in School Counseling, Education or related fieldValid state of Texas certification/licensure as a K–12 School CounselorMinimum 2 years of experience in educationEnglish (United States)If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!EEO StatementIn accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.#LI-Education#LI-Associate#LI-Full-time