What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor - (Elementary/Middle) 2025/26 SY position at Visions In Education Charter School - Sacramento?
Aligned with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) model, Visions seeks an adaptable and dynamic elementary/middle school counselor proficient in navigating diverse educational environments, including independent study, charter schools, community college resources, and non-site based instructional models. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong affinity for technology and virtual tools. They should possess expertise in providing strategies for academic achievement, social-emotional well-being, mental health support, and comprehensive college and career readiness guidance.
Elementary and middle school experience preferred.
In general this position will work a hybrid schedule of 1-2 days per month in the office and the other days remotely as instructed. In addition, this position requires in-person attendance to training, student/family meetings as needed and community events. Depending upon the needs of the department this schedule is subject to change.
Visions In Education offers a very generous, competitive benefits package that includes options for 100% employer-paid Medical/Dental/Vision (single), retirement (CalSTRS/CalPERS), and sick days.
Individuals who are fluent in Spanish or Russian/Ukrainian should clearly denote this experience on their cover letter and language section of the application.
Please visit our website to learn more about Visions In Education. Visions In Education is one of the most established TK-12 public charter schools serving northern California. We provide high-quality educational programs for students and families seeking alternatives to the traditional public school setting. Visions In Education has successfully supported students and families for over 25 years and is a growing, thriving organization.
Our success is rooted in hiring the most qualified teachers and staff, and helping them acquire the skills and knowledge they need to succeed. We have a dynamic and cohesive team and many of our staff have been at Visions for over 15 years. Visions In Education provides competitive salaries, a generous medical/dental/vision benefits package as well as STRS/PERS retirement contributions.
Our students and families choose Visions as their school because we provide outstanding teachers, personalized learning plans, enrichment opportunities, standards-based curriculum choices, and effective student support systems and technologies to help them achieve their educational goals.
We are a tuition-free, WASC-accredited (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) public charter school that provides a rigorous standards-based education to Home School students (TK-8) and Independent Study High School students (9-12), including our University Prep Early College High School program serving 7,500 students across our nine-county service area, making us one of the largest and most stable charter schools in the Sacramento Valley region. REQUIRED: Applicants are required to submit a written response to the following questions:
1) In an independent study environment that is not seat based, what strategies would you use to support remote students who are struggling academically?
2) Describe your involvement and familiarity with the community colleges/universities and community resources for high school students in Sacramento County and surrounding communities.
3) Why would you be a good fit as a counselor for Visions In Education?
Qualifications, Education and Experience:
~ Possession of a valid California Pupil Personnel Services credential with specialization in school counseling.
Salary : $76,000 - $112,933