Academic Advisor
On-siteCanton, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Conduct credit audits, monitor academic progress, and maintain scholar transcripts in QuickBase and EMIS while submitting weekly credit data from teaching staff. Guide students through post-secondary planning, FAFSA completion, and college applications, and coordinate transition activities for 10th graders entering Work Academy. Submit scholar referrals to mental health partners and collaborate with APDS for in-school support to ensure overall well-being. Prepare rosters for EOC, ACT, and STAR testing, implement prep strategies, and complete weekly data verification. Review and upload enrollment files, follow up with families on missing documentation, and assist with registration sessions and orientations. Monitor daily attendance reports, contact parents regarding absences, document interventions, and generate reports for administration. Maintain FERPA-compliant records and support attendance improvement strategies through consistent family outreach.
Required Qualifications
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, student information systems, and database management tools
- Ability to work independently while also contributing as a team member
- Strong customer service and family engagement skills
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and foster equitable outcomes
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accurate records
Desired Qualifications
- Valid Ohio School Counseling License (preferred but not required)
- Bachelor's degree (preferred but not required)
- Experience in academic advising, youth development, or education-based support
- Familiarity with Progress Book/EMIS, and QuickBase systems preferred; on-the-job training will be provided
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