Advanced Specialist, Service Provider (School Counseling, and Career)

The Advanced Specialist at Pearson Virtual Schools serves as a primary liaison between Pearson and partner schools, providing expert guidance and operational support in school counseling and career programming within a virtual environment. The role involves managing a portfolio of schools, applying specialized knowledge, and ensuring compliant delivery of services.

Location: Remote (US)

Salary: $70,000 – $85,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Assist school counseling personnel in implementing systems and structures for counseling programming, including student enrollment, risk management, and college and career readiness.
• Provide subject matter expertise to guide the implementation of ASCA-modeled counseling programs.
• Mentor, coach, and advise counseling leaders during program implementations.
• Research graduation and educational requirements for schools.
• Support new schools in obtaining High School CEEB and Online Provider Codes.
• Collaborate with Partner Schools Success Operations to deliver counseling initiatives.
• Oversee training and maintenance of the Progression Plan tool.
• Manage creation of school profiles and research counseling guidelines.
• Review and evaluate counseling data.
• Support schools in providing tools, materials, and student supports.
• Monitor counseling service delivery for compliance.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in counselor education, school administration, or related field.
• State issued School Counseling license or Professional Certification.
• Experience supporting or managing school counseling programs.
• Experience as a school counselor, preferably at the high school level.
• Experience in school improvement, program development, and implementation.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Experience with virtual education environments preferred.
• Ability to analyze data, manage priorities, and deliver results.
• Expertise in graduation requirements and compliance.
• Willingness to obtain certification in other states.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High flexibility and organization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, AI, and virtual platforms.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity.

Benefits

• Full-time salary range of $70,000 – $85,000 annually.
• Eligible for Pearson’s annual incentive program.
• Benefits details available online.

Additional Information

• Applications accepted through May 31, 2026, with possible extension.
• Position involves periodic travel.
• Originally posted on Himalayas.