Academic Counselor

American Leadership Academy is now accepting applications for a Academic Counselor for the 2024-2025 school year at our Mesa North Junior High/High school campus in Mesa, AZ. Candidates must possess, or be willing to obtain, a valid AZ IVP fingerprint clearance card.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Reports to the campus Assistant Director for Student Services
• Performs duties as an academic counselor and staff member in the Student Service department, including but not limited to: student and course scheduling; academic counseling; identifying and tracking graduation requirements; awarding credit; college preparation; testing; scholarships; and post-high school transition
• Plans and executes initiatives related to enrollment outreach and campus tours to prospective families
• Plans and promotes programs that support student achievement and post HS transition
• Assists with processing student transfers
• Conducts course scheduling and guiding students to choose courses consistent with his/her interests, abilities and career plans
• Develops Education Career Action Plans for students assigned by AD Student Services
• Performs graduation planning, including developing diploma lists and identifying honor graduates, and scheduling and planning graduation events, parent night meetings, and awards ceremonies
• Prepares and validates lists of students eligible to graduate
• Meets with students on a routine basis to ensure on-track status to meet graduation requirements as outlined by district and state guidelines
• Ensure that students are aware of requirements for graduation and college admissions and assist with applications as needed
• Monitors and meets with “at risk” students as needed, and if appropriate, formulates plan of action for success involving students, parents and/or teachers
• Monitors students’ attendance and provides input related to credit withholding decisions for students with excessive absences
• Assists with coordinating and monitoring assessments for post-secondary education (e.g., PSAT, ASVAB)
• Compiles and submits student College Career Readiness Indicator (CCRI) data for submission to the Arizona Department of Education (ADE)
• Performs administrative tasks (e.g., filing, generating reports, mailing, etc.) as needed for all of student service department
• Mails test results and student service documents as needed
• Cross trains as needed with other members of the Student Services Department
• Performs other duties as assigned

Mandatory Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least three years experience in a grade 7-12 counseling environment

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education-related field (e.g., Education, School Counseling, etc.)
• Master’s Degree in Secondary School Counseling, Secondary School Administration, or Similar areas of study
• Five years experience in a grade 7-12 counseling environment
• AZ School Counseling endorsement

American Leadership Academy offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401k investment options including employer contributions

Interested candidates are encouraged to complete an online application and submit the following supporting documentation:

• Valid AZ IVP Fingerprint card
• Current resume
• Letters of recommendation (2-3)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired salary?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mesa, AZ 85214: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person