• School Guidance Counselor - Virtual Learning…

    Broome-Tioga BOCES (Binghamton, NY)


    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