Provide comprehensive virtual support for students in 9th-12th grade. Promote student success and respond to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive advising program that focuses on academic success, personal and social development, and career and college guidance. The counselor will provide a broad spectrum of services to online and hybrid students, assisting them and their families in developing the necessary preparedness levels and transition strategies to smoothly enter the postsecondary environment.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Frisco Flex Program

Frisco Flex is a virtual learning program for high schoolers.  The program offers families with high school students three pathways: fully online, hybrid, and a la carte.

Education/Certification:
Master’s degree in School Counseling preferred
Valid Texas counseling certification or eligibility for certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of and skills to manage a comprehensive counseling program as defined by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA)

Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development

Proficiency in virtual tools and communication, including a demonstrated proficiency and comfort with virtual communication tools such as video conferencing, chat, learning management system (LMS) platforms, student information systems, and remote student engagement

Expertise in Online Learning: Familiarity with online learning pedagogy, asynchronous and synchronous instruction, and virtual student engagement techniques

Familiarity with Texas post-secondary admissions and financial-aid processes, especially for online learners

Strong skills in data analysis, identifying trends in student progress/engagement, and designing interventions accordingly
Ability to maintain a highly professional, clear, and engaging virtual presence when proactively communicating with parents and students

Awareness of and responsiveness to issues unique to online learners such as self-motivation, isolation, engagement strategies, technology access, and balancing virtual coursework with other commitments

Ability to collaborate effectively in a remote team setting, manage time and tasks independently, and maintain a positive virtual presence

Knowledge of District organization and operations

Experience:
Minimum of three years of school counseling experience preferred

Experience in a virtual/online school environment strongly preferred

Program Management:

Lead and manage a comprehensive program that aligns with state requirements, district policy, and campus needs in a virtual and hybrid setting.

Collaborate with Frisco ISD staff, families, and external institutions, including ISDs across Texas and college staff, to ensure smooth student progression and resource alignment.

Collaborate with staff to compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.

Implement a comprehensive and balanced program.
Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the guidance program and individual activities and make changes based on findings.

Assessment:
Conduct needs assessments to determine appropriate services for Frisco Flex students.

Maintain the confidentiality of student assessment.

Guidance:
Teach campus comprehensive program curriculum consistent with District’s guidance program plan and tailored to campus needs.
Assist teachers in the teaching of related curriculum requirements of a counseling program.

Consultation and Counseling:
Counsel individual students and small groups with identified needs and concerns.

Academic Advising and Scheduling: Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and students to ensure accurate course selection, adherence to graduation requirements, and appropriate post-secondary pathway readiness.

Communicate student needs and course requests to inform the master schedule and staffing needs.
Work with school and community personnel to bring together resources for students as needed.
Use an effective referral process to assist students and others to use special programs and services.

Professional:
Maintain current knowledge of Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board rules pertaining to the Texas Success Initiative, course transferability, and tech prep.

Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional and responsible.

Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.

Work a flexible schedule.

Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.

Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all.  Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Frequent districtwide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.