Academic Success Counselor

Academic Success Advisor

Job Title: Academic Success Advisor

Job Type: Full-time

Job Location: Miccosukee Tribe of Indians Reservation.

Job Address: 3770 Old Tamiami Trail, Miami, FL 33194

Exact Job Location: https://goo.gl/maps/z5hBNfwYhkbWPUBo6

Start Date: As soon as possible

Schedule: Monday – Friday (8 hours)

Education/Credentials: Florida Certificate in School Counseling (PK-12)

Risk/Sensitivity: Low

Annual Salary: $60,000

Job Description:

The Miccosukee Indian School is looking for a highly motivated Academic Success Advisor to guide and counsel individual and groups of students through the development of educational and career plans. The ideal candidate will have experience in effectively tracking and communicating student academic, social, and emotional progress throughout their years at the Miccosukee Indian School. The Academic Success Advisor requires an individual who will:

· Work closely with all teachers in identifying students needing additional social, emotional, and/or academic support. Consistently meet with the identified students;

· Develop a plan of action for students referred by teachers, parents, or administrators who are currently experiencing challenges with their behaviors, attendance/punctuality, and academic performance;

· Plan and/or promote programs which enhance the academic, social, or emotional growth of students, e.g., Curriculum Fair, Career Fair, Underclass Honors Assembly & Senior Honors Program, Graduation, opportunities for student enrichment and/or remediation, scholarship opportunities and parent informational programs;

· Consistently review with high school students the different requirements for graduation and college admission;

· Meet with seniors a minimum of once per quarter to monitor the quality of progress being made toward high school graduation;

· Communicate student progress to parents/families;

· Support students in the development of post-secondary educational plans in accordance with their interests and career plans;

· Assist students with the completion of college admissions applications

· Organize and promote standardized assessment opportunities (SAT, ACT) for high school students;

· Assure that appropriate, accurate information is maintained in each student’s permanent, cumulative record;

· Assist with student scheduling needs;

Please note that the Miccosukee Indian School offers highly competitive salaries and outstanding benefits.

Contingent to Federal/State/Local Background Investigation and Drug Screen.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Miami, FL 33194 (Required)

Work Location: In person