OHDELA is seeking Academic Advisors who are dedicated to providing a superior education for all students.  

Our schools employ a diverse staff of passionate professionals who value research-based practices and a desire to grow as professionals. We are committed to increasing student achievement, regardless of historical barriers, while at the same time developing ourselves via professional development, job embedded instructional coaching, and embracing a growth mindset.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Effectively advising students of their class schedules and educational options in conformity with the philosophy and policies adopted by OHDELA, the rules of the governing Board, State Board of Education, the provisions of law, directives of the building Administrator and sound administrative practice.  Review, process, and offer guidance to students regarding class schedules, as well as vocational and post-secondary options after school. 

Responsibilities:

• Understand, accept, abide by, and advocate for the OHDELA philosophy and mission statement in all school activities
• Has read and agreed to abide by the policies, directives, and guidelines as stated in all OHDELA manuals pertinent to the position
• Assist potential applicants and students in understanding the OHDELA school program, answering all questions
• Assist in overseeing Admissions Counseling process
• Participate as required in Admissions Counseling process
• Review student transcripts:
  • Work with students and families to advise of and select curriculum choices
• Prepare all transcript information for withdrawn and expelled students
• Assist with student vocational interest surveys, vocational guidance, SAT/ACT preparation, SAT/ACT testing location identification, notify of vocational job fairs throughout the state, and notify of college job fairs throughout the state
• Maintain communication with teaching staff on student progress, truancy and attendance and concerns
• Conduct conferences with parents and students, both in person and over the phone as needed
• Prepare for and/or attend student gatherings
• Motivate students to achieve their full attendance, academic, and behavioral goals, as well as other goals identified
• Establish and maintain a positive rapport with students, parents, staff, school administration, and other stakeholders
• Maintain effective communication on an going basis with students, parents, staff, school administration, and other stakeholders
• Become Administrator point of contact develop plans to negate academic issues that impact progress toward successful completion of course work
• Course planning and Academic counseling as required
• Exhibit sound judgment in all decision making matters
• Use only forms or reporting records approved and /or adopted by OHDELA
• Gather, maintain, and submit all student information and forms in a professional and timely manner
• Maintain confidentiality concerning all student information and any professional matters
• Utilize effective time management
• Use computers and other technology provided to assist students
• Work in a professional and cooperative manner with others to achieve duties and responsibilities
• Exhibit punctuality
• Follow the dress code as stated in the employee manual
• School activities — the Academic Advisor is required to attend and/ or participate in such other activities as directed by the Administrator such as: faculty meetings (before or after school hours), open houses, commencement exercises, chaperone student activities, provide guidance for students, and study and help resolve school problems
• Act in accordance to the directives and assignments given by the Administrator
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree;
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Google Docs, MS Office Suite, e-mail, and internet applications; 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong ability to gather, analyze, and interpret student transcript data to make sound decisions;
• Exhibit flexibility with regard to decision-making, daily challenges, and job duties;
• Strong sense of integrity;
• "Team player” attitude;
• Ability to work in a diverse educational community setting;
• Satisfactory completion of state required criminal history check and health tests; and
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly and exhibit sound judgment while maintaining that confidentiality.
• Demonstrates a reliable, dependable, and trustworthy work ethic.
• Ability to manage difficult or emotional client situations
• Ability to make sound judgments after all available information has been gathered or communicated.
• Demonstrates a mature attitude and insight into matters affecting department, self and / or company welfare.
• Demonstrated leadership and management ability.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure, effectively prioritizing and executing tasks to meet deadlines consistently.
• Customer service oriented; analytical ability to interpret and explain complex instructions.
• Ability to learn new technologies and acquire new skills through independent study, professional training, and from more senior team members.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

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