Elementary School Counselor - Georgia Connections Academy

Georgia Connections Academy is seeking a High School Counselor to assist students and parents with course selection, scheduling, and non-academic issues. The counselor will work from an office in Duluth, Georgia, or from their home in Georgia, and participate in monthly in-person activities.

Requirements

• Assist students and families with successful transition into the program
• Work with a diversity of students with special needs, including students with section 504 plans
• Follow up with students and families to ensure that they are staying on track and fulfilling the requirements of our school
• Build relationships with students and families through email, phone calls, and in person when necessary
• Proactively be able to troubleshoot and problem solve student and family issues and understand the proper channels of communication
• Work with school teams to identify and help families access school and community resources
• Advise students and families related to academics, early college and career planning
• Assist students and parents with the school course selection process according to specific state credit requirements, postsecondary plans and student needs and interests
• Assist students and parents with the school course selection process according to specific state credit requirements, postsecondary plans and student needs and interests
• Implement programs for students and families related to interpersonal adjustment issues
• Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for the school and serve as a key member of a multidisciplinary support team
• Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being as obligated by law, administrative regulations, or ethical standards.
• Assist teachers when students enroll mid-semester, making sure that teachers receive guidance on integrating the students into their coursework, and ensuring that previous grades, credits, and evaluations are handled appropriately;
• Maintain deep knowledge of assigned courses and general awareness of K–12 curriculum pathways.
• Support high-quality synchronous instruction and asynchronous resources aligned to GACA curriculum and state standards.
• Support differentiated Tier 1 instruction and collaborate within the MTSS/RTI model to plan and deliver Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers and support staff to ensure all student accommodations are implemented with fidelity and aligned to individualized learning needs.
• Use assessment data to support student learning needs and instruction, monitor progress, and adjust strategies to ensure growth.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, communication logs, academic progress, and intervention documentation.
• Work collaboratively within the Professional Learning Community to monitor data, plan instruction, and ensure student success.
• Partner with Teachers, Special Education staff, and team members to meet student needs and ensure strong communication loops.
• Support social, engagement, and community-building activities—both virtual and in-person—to cultivate belonging for students and families.
• Attend required school and district professional development and pursue ongoing growth in instructional practice.
• Assist in the organization and facilitation of school-wide events (graduation, field trips, engagement activities).
• Participate in student recruitment efforts, marketing events, and family orientations as needed.
• Support the creation of a positive, inclusive virtual school culture through consistent communication, engagement, and community-building practices.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement