School Counselor

Job Summary

The School Counselor provides a comprehensive, competency-based, multi-tiered counseling program for K–12 students in a virtual learning environment. This role supports students’ academic achievement, career and college planning, and social-emotional development while adapting services to meet the needs of different grade levels. The counselor collaborates with students, families, teachers, administrators, and support staff to promote student success, monitor progress, address barriers to learning, and connect students with appropriate resources. Candidates must be highly qualified and hold a valid California School Counselor Certification. This position will begin on January 4, 2027.

Requirements / Qualifications

Clear or Preliminary California Pupil Personnel Services (PPS) Credential in School Counseling

Please attach the following documents with your application:
Resume
Copy of credential must include document number
Employment history is required to comply with AB 2534 requirements.

Comments and Other Information

SparkHire digital interviews will be sent on a rolling basis to candidates who meet the requirements.
Applicants from California are encouraged to apply.
This is a remote position open to candidates who reside in California.
This position is eligible for benefits, including CalSTRS and a 401(k). Additional details will be provided during onboarding.
This position will commence on January 04, 2027.
The application will close on November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

Please Note: We are unable to accept applications from candidates who hold temporary county certificates, 30-Day Substitute Teaching Permits, pending or in-process credentials, out-of-state credentials, intern credentials, expired credentials, or emergency or short-term staff permits. Applicants must meet all credential requirements at the time of application to be considered. If selected for the position, candidates will be required to complete a background check.

California Online Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

California Online Public Schools is committed to fair, equitable, and transparent compensation practices. In accordance with California’s Pay Transparency requirements (Labor Code §432.3 and SB 1162), we provide a clear pay scale for every job posting and internal job description.

Pay Scale Disclosure:
For each position, we publish the salary range or hourly wage range that the organization reasonably expects to pay for that role at the time of posting. Actual compensation is determined based on factors such as job-related skills, experience, education, training, credentials, internal equity, budget, and organizational needs.