Graduation Candidate Advocate

Graduation Candidate Advocate 

Location: Ector County Acceleration Academy 

Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour 

Employment Type: Full-time 

About Us: 

At Acceleration Academies, we believe in empowering students who have disengaged from traditional schooling to achieve their high school diploma through personalized, flexible learning. We collaborate with school districts nationwide to offer tuition-free education, supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to compassionate, impactful teaching. 

The Role: 

The Graduation Candidate Advocate is at the heart of our mission, building meaningful relationships with students to support their journey toward earning their high school diploma GC Advocates act as mentors and advocates, providing both academic and non-academic support while fostering an environment where students feel valued and empowered. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Enrollment: 

• Assist with the registration and enrollment process for new students. 
• Provide comprehensive support during student orientation to set the stage for success. 

Retention and Attendance: 

• Act as a case manager for a designated cohort of students, monitoring and documenting regular attendance. 
• Implement the Acceleration Academy Retention Protocol through proactive outreach (e.g., texts, calls, home visits). 
• Utilize technology tools for efficient daily monitoring and maintenance of student attendance and retention records.

 Academics: 

• Deliver one-on-one academic support and interventions to facilitate student learning and complement the work of center professionals. 
• Collaborate closely with the student support team to track learning pathways, monitor behavior, and implement transition plans, including incentive programs to bolster student achievement. 
• Utilize the Learning Management System and other technology resources to monitor and facilitate student progress and maintain up-to-date academic records, including attendance. 
• Engage in professional development activities to enhance academic support practice
  
  

Advocacy:

• Advocate for students by assisting in identifying solutions and connecting them to academy staff for academic and non-academic support. 

Operations: 

• Provide daily operational support for the academy, such as answering phones and maintaining student records. 
• Participate actively in academy meetings and school or community events. 
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the academy. 

What We’re Looking For: 

• Education: Associate degree preferred, but equivalent experience in education, youth mentorship, or case management will be considered. 
• Experience: 1-3 years of relevant experience in educational support, case management, or working with at-risk youth. 
• Skills: Strong relationship-building, excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. 
• Passion: A genuine commitment to supporting students who have disengaged from traditional schooling and a drive to help them succeed. 
• Technology: Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technology tools. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bilingual skills (Spanish a plus!) 
• Experience in non-traditional educational settings. 
• Comfort with project-based and competency-based learning approaches. 

Why Join Us? 

• Being part of Acceleration Academies means joining a team that’s dedicated to transforming student outcomes. Here, you’ll directly impact students’ lives, championing their growth, resilience, and path to graduation. 

We Value Our Team’s Well-being: 

• We prioritize the holistic well-being of our team members and their families through comprehensive benefits: 
• Competitive Compensation: Recognizing your hard work with market-aligned salaries. 
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match to help secure your future. 
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones. 
• Flexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging a healthy work-life balance through adaptable PTO. 
• Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources. 
• Employee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us build a talented team. 
• Professional Development: Certification reimbursement programs to invest in your growth. 
• Bonus Opportunities: Celebrating milestones and achievements with performance-based bonuses. 

 Physical & Work Environment: 

• The physical demands listed are those necessary for an employee to effectively fulfill the job's essential functions. 
• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. 
• Frequently required to: stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. 
• Occasionally required to: stoop, kneel, or crouch and lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities necessary include close vision. 

 Work Environment and Demands: 

• The work environment characteristics are typical of what an employee may encounter when performing essential job functions. 
• Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions. 
• Noise level consistent with a collaborative classroom setting. 

Join Acceleration Academies and be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering students and making a lasting impact. 

 Third-Party Agency & Recruiter Notice for Acceleration Academies 

Agencies presenting candidates to Acceleration Academies must have an active, nonexpired Master Services Agreement with the Acceleration Academies Talent Acquisition Department. Agencies may only submit candidates for positions they have been formally engaged to work on by an Acceleration Academies Recruiter. Any resumes submitted outside of these terms will be considered the property of Acceleration Academies. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Acceleration Academies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will evaluate all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. 

Salary : $20 - $24