School Guidance Counselor - Virtual Learning Academy - Broome-Tioga BOCES : Job Details

10-Month Position

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Broome-Tioga BOCES Virtual Learning Academy/PLIC is seeking a dedicated and student-centered School Guidance Counselor to support high school students in grades 9–12 across multiple districts. This role is essential in ensuring academic progress, emotional well-being, and post-secondary readiness for students participating in the Virtual Learning Academy and early college access programs.

• Review transcripts and determine required courses for new enrollees

• Enter and maintain student schedules and grades in SchoolTool

• Request and record incoming grades from home districts

• Maintain up-to-date student transcripts and Regents exam lists

• Participate in daily Student Success Team meetings to identify and address student needs

• Contact families as necessary to support student progress and engagement

• Be available to students experiencing academic difficulties

• Serve as a liaison with district counselors regarding schedules, grades, and student needs

• Distribute report cards and Regents exam lists (January and June) to district counselors

• Send summer school recommendations and end-of-year transcripts

• Partner with Access VR to connect eligible students to transition services

• Support the BT BOCES Early College Access service by acting as a liaison with partnering Institutes of Higher Education and participating districts

• Support other related PLIC services as needed

Job Qualifications

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• NYS Certification as a School Counselor

• Strong collaboration skills

• A commitment to meeting the needs of every student

• A strong belief that all students can succeed

• Strong use of instructional technology to meet student needs

• Strong organizational, communication, and data management skills

• A commitment to equitable access, college readiness, and student wellness

• Experience working with high school students in a virtual or hybrid environment preferred

Civil Service Title: Guidance Counselor

Job Number: 25-178