6–12 Academic Advisor – Project Thrive Grant

Foster-Glocester Regional Schools; Glocester (RI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Foster-Glocester Regional Schools in Glocester, Rhode Island seeks a part-time 6–12 Academic Advisor for the Project Thrive Grant to lead multi-year career and academic planning as the Allied Health program expands and a 6–12 Career Exploration Framework is developed.

The Academic Advisor will coordinate with the Director of Student Supports, school counselors, parents, CTE educators, and community partners to align academic plans with student career interests and college eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, School Counseling, Human Services, or a closely related field is required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of educational experience.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Guide 6–12 students through multi-year career and postsecondary planning.
• Assist students with college planning and postsecondary opportunities.
• Assist with identifying work-based learning opportunities.
• Provide workshops on College Essay Writing, Interview Skills, Resume Building, and Workplace Etiquette.
• Maintain knowledge of NCAA Eligibility Center guidelines for student-athletes.

Skills

Public speaking

Workshop facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Multi-stakeholder coordination

Educational technology

SIS data tracking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education/School Counseling or related field

Job description

6–12 Academic Advisor – Project Thrive Grant

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Job Details

Job ID: 5967353
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Background: The Foster-Glocester Regional School Department (FGRSD) has been awarded a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Rural Health Transformation Grant by the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE). This initiative is funded via the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) to build sustainable healthcare workforce pipelines in designated rural communities.

FGRSD is seeking a qualified applicant for an Academic Advisor to lead the multi-year career and academic planning for the expansion of our Allied Health programs and a 6-12 Career Exploration Framework. This role ensures students develop clear academic pathways, transition smoothly through grades 6–12, and prepare for postsecondary success through college, career, and CTE opportunities.

The 6–12 Academic Advisor for the Project Thrive Grant provides comprehensive academic, postsecondary, and career guidance to middle and high school students. This role ensures students develop clear academic pathways, transition smoothly through grades 6–12, and prepare for postsecondary success through college, career, and CTE opportunities. The Academic Advisor works closely with the Director of Student Supports, school counselors, parents, CTE educators, classroom teachers, the athletic department, post-secondary institutions, and community partners to align academic plans with student career interests and collegiate eligibility requirements.

A State and Federal BCI check, with no disqualifying remarks, is required for all new employees in the Foster-Glocester Regional School District.

Foster-Glocester Regional Schools reserves the right to withdraw a job posting / offer if it deems it is in the best interest of the district to do so.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

• Organization-level Positions > Coordinator
• Organization-level Positions > Grants Monitor
• Other Professional > Other Certified Professional
• Other Professional > Other Professional

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, School Counseling, Human Services, or a closely related field required.
  Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of educational experience
  Key Responsibilities
  College, Career, and Postsecondary Planning
  Guide 6–12 students through multi-year career and post‑secondary planning processes.
  Assist students with college planning and post secondary opportunities and plan potential workshops or site visits.
  Assist with identifying work‑based learning opportunities.
  Provide workshops to students on:
  College Essay Writing: Brainstorming, drafting, and refining compelling personal statements.
  Interview Skills: Mock interviews, professional communication, and self‑advocacy.
  Resume Building: Structuring academic, extracurricular, and work experiences effectively.
  Workplace Etiquette: Professional communication, networking, digital citizenship, and soft skills.
  Maintain comprehensive knowledge of NCAA Eligibility Center guidelines to advise student‑athletes on core‑course requirements, GPA/test requirements, and college athletic enrollment processes.
  Career & Technical Education (CTE) & Middle School Alignment
  Support the implementation and extension of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs across grades 6–12.
  Translate state and national CTE industry standards into actionable pathway planning for middle and high school students.
  Collaborate with middle school school counselor and educators to align grades 6–8 curricula with career exploration, technical skills development, and high school CTE entry points.
  Facilitate early career awareness initiatives to help middle schoolers connect academic learning to future workforce trends.
  Cross-Functional Collaboration & Coordination
  Collaborate directly with the Director of Student Supports to align grant‑funded advisory goals with overall school district student support systems.
  Work with educators and instructional leaders to integrate CTE content and postsecondary readiness skills into core academic coursework.
  Maintain flexibility in schedule to attend CTE conferences, workshops, related meetings.
  Engage parents and guardians through workshops, informational meetings, and progress updates regarding postsecondary planning and grant‑supported services.
  Coordinate with industry partners (Pappas) and other health related stakeholders to incorporate opportunities for students to explore healthcare related fields.
  Perform other duties, projects, and special initiatives as assigned by leadership to support the evolving needs of the district and grant program goals.
  Grant Monitoring & Program Administration
  Track and document student participation, milestone completion, and postsecondary outcomes as required by the Project Thrive Grant.
  Maintain schedule flexibility to remain actively available during standard school day hours and summer hours through June 30, 2027.
  Key Skills:
  Strong public speaking and workshop facilitation abilities.
  Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and multi‑stakeholder coordination skills.
  Proficiency with educational technology platforms, Student Information Systems (SIS), and data tracking
  A State and Federal BCI check, with no disqualifying remarks, is required for all new employees in the Foster-Glocester Regional School District. Foster-Glocester Regional Schools reserves the right to withdraw a job posting / offer if it deems it is in the best interest of the district to do so.
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Alyssa Nappa , Human Resource Manager
• 91 Anan Wade Road
• Glocester, Rhode Island 02857
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]