General Definition of Work:
The Online Learning Counselor will create a positive online environment and support program fostering student success in accordance with Falcons Online Academy mission. The online learning counselor will provide support for online learning students , instruct and access students through an online learning management system; perform all related reporting duties; and communicate with students, parents and other staff accordingly. Location of position will be in-person at Faribault High School. This position commences with the 2023-24 School Year on August 21, 2023.
Essential Functions:Communicate and interact regularly with students regarding questions, course progress, and any other general instructional needs.
Respond to individual student needs with counseling, consultation and referral services.
Counsels students individually and in small groups for specifically identified needs as endorsed by recognized curriculum.
Help students plan and schedule classes for graduation.
Assist the principal and/or the program coordinator in setting teachers schedules in response to students’ needs and desires.
Monitors student academic progress and communicates with parents on current achievements.
Coordinates and administers various testing programs; interprets test results for students, parents and administrators.
Initiates assembles and maintains accurate cumulative records and transcripts for students and protects their confidentiality.
Help students develop skills in career decision-making including analyzing relationships between their own interests, abilities, values and the working world.
Works with students to develop a plan for their post-secondary education by looking at their intended majors and school preferences and provides students with information on financing their intended program.
Consults with teachers to help them become more effective in dealing with student needs.
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations in a timely and confidential manner.
Collect, analyze and maintain data on individual student achievement.
Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with building and district staff as needed.