Academic Counselor

A PLUS 1 ACADEMY CORPORATION; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Free food & snacks

Training & development

Job summary

A+1 Academy in Irvine, CA is seeking an Academic Counselor to support students and families onsite.

You will develop personalized academic plans, monitor progress, and coordinate with teachers to ensure smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and passionate about education, with strong communication skills and a student-centered mindset.

This role also involves engaging in parent consultations and campus events to foster collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; background in education, counseling, communication, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in education, academic advising, student services, counseling, or administrative coordination preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong sense of responsibility and professionalism.
• Passion for education and student development.
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, teachers, and team members.
• Chinese language proficiency required; English proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for students and parents.
• Develop and manage personalized academic plans and class schedules for students.
• Monitor student progress and provide regular feedback, updates, and recommendations to parents.
• Work closely with teachers and the administrative team to support class implementation and coordination.
• Assist with daily academic operations, scheduling, and student activity management.
• Participate in parent consultations, campus events, and student programs.
• Help maintain strong communication among families, teachers, and internal staff.
• Stay informed about trends in educational consulting and continuously improve counseling and communication practices.
• Support the academy in delivering high-quality educational services and a positive student experience.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, or related field

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Free food & snacks
• Training & development

About Us

A+1 Academy is dedicated to helping every student reach their fullest academic and personal potential. We value close collaboration among students, parents, and teachers, and strive to create a supportive, motivating, and student-centered learning environment.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented, responsible, and education-driven Academic Counselor to join our onsite team. This role plays a vital part in student academic planning, family communication, and instructional coordination, helping students and families receive personalized support while ensuring smooth and efficient daily operations.

Position Overview

The Academic Counselor serves as an essential bridge between students, parents, and the academy. This role is responsible for developing personalized academic plans, monitoring student progress, coordinating instructional resources, and helping ensure the quality and effectiveness of our educational services.

The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, communicative, and passionate about supporting students’ academic growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for students and parents
• Develop and manage personalized academic plans and class schedules for students
• Monitor student progress and provide regular feedback, updates, and recommendations to parents
• Work closely with teachers and the administrative team to support class implementation and coordination
• Assist with daily academic operations, scheduling, and student activity management
• Participate in parent consultations, campus events, and student programs
• Help maintain strong communication among families, teachers, and internal staff
• Stay informed about trends in educational consulting and continuously improve counseling and communication practices
• Support the academy in delivering high-quality educational services and a positive student experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; background in education, counseling, communication, or a related field preferred
• Previous experience in education, academic advising, student services, counseling, or administrative coordination preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong sense of responsibility and professionalism
• Passion for education and student development
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, teachers, and team members

Language Requirement

• Chinese (Required)
• English proficiency preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an educational institution, tutoring center, or student support role
• Familiarity with academic planning, parent communication, and student progress tracking
• Ability to handle scheduling, coordination, and follow-up efficiently
• A warm, patient, and service-oriented attitude