Foundation Academies · 1 month ago
School Counselor (9-12) 2026-2027
Foundation Academy Collegiate
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$60K/yr - $90K/yrFoundation Academies is an innovative K-12 public charter school in Trenton, New Jersey, dedicated to fostering independence and leadership among its scholars. The School Counselor will guide students through academic planning, social-emotional development, and postsecondary readiness, while ensuring compliance with graduation requirements.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Design, manage, and maintain master schedules and individual scholar schedules aligned to graduation requirements and academic needs
Develop and monitor clear academic course pathways, including core courses, interventions, electives, AP, dual enrollment, and credit recovery
Track and analyze scholar progress toward credits, promotion, graduation, and postsecondary readiness, identifying off-track scholars early
Conduct academic advising sessions with scholars and families to support informed course selection and long-term planning
Deliver small-group or classroom lessons related to academic planning, graduation requirements, and postsecondary readiness
Use ALMA and other data systems to collect, analyze, and report academic data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement
Collaborate with school leadership, instructional teams, special services, and behavioral health partners to coordinate scholar supports
Ensure compliance with NJDOE and Foundation Academy graduation requirements, transcript accuracy, and reporting deadlines
Contribute to a safe, structured, and data-informed school environment aligned with professional and ethical counseling standards
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in School Counseling or a related field
Valid New Jersey School Counselor Certificate
Strong organizational, scheduling, and systems-thinking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced school environment
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with scholars, families, and diverse stakeholders
Preferred
Experience with secondary scheduling, credit tracking, and graduation planning preferred
Familiarity with New Jersey graduation requirements and postsecondary pathways preferred
Commitment to Foundation Academy's mission, equity-driven practice, and serving scholars in an anti-discriminatory learning environment
Benefits
Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
Windows-based laptop
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid school breaks aligned with the academic calendar.
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage for you and your family.
Pension Plan participation through the New Jersey Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF).
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution options.
Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
Ongoing Professional Development and access to coaching and leadership opportunities
Supportive, Mission-Driven Culture centered on collaboration, respect, and purpose
Company
Foundation Academies
We are Foundation Academies, a diverse K-12 learning community focused on academic growth and achievement.
Founded in 2007
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Graig Weiss
Chief Executive Officer
Sheria McRae
Chief Executive Officer
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