Assistant Director of Student Services

Nimble; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401k with employer contributions

Performance-based pay

Job summary

American Leadership Academy's West Foothills High School campus in the West Valley is seeking an Assistant Director of Student Services for the 2026-2027 academic year. The role supports the Director in developing and overseeing student services programs, enrollment, and counseling, with a focus on ensuring a positive and inclusive student experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating enrollment and scheduling, advising on graduation requirements and post-high school plans, and collaborating

Qualifications

• Leadership and collaboration skills required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Organizational and self-management skills to handle multiple responsibilities.
• Excellent planning, execution, and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with Director and District to develop strategic plan and goals for student services department.
• Lead for enrollment outreach programs and oversight of enrollment/registration processes.
• Oversees student and course scheduling and counseling related to graduation requirements and college admissions.
• Guides students on course selections aligned with interests and career plans.
• Monitors attendance and progress toward graduation and post-secondary goals.
• Collaborates with district office to ensure compliance with state requirements.
• Promotes programs that enhance academic, social, or emotional growth of students.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Organization

Planning

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Charter One works with schools across the country to provide all-inclusive education management services. At Charter One we pride ourselves on our thorough knowledge of charter school operations, academics, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, and more. We handle the day-to-day work so that client school boards can focus on governance and policy issues to be sure that the vision and mission of the school are being carried out properly.

American Leadership Academy is now accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Student Services for the 2026-2027 academic year for our West Foothills High School campus located in the West Valley. Candidates must possess, or be willing to obtain, a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance card.

The Assistant Director of Student Services plays a critical role in supporting the Director in the development, implementation, and oversight of student services programs and initiatives. This position involves managing day-to-day operations, coordinating student support services, and ensuring a positive

and inclusive student experience. The Assistant Director of Student Services will work closely with students, faculty, and staff to address student needs and enhance student engagement and success.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinates with Director and District to develop strategic plan and goals for student services department.
• Serves as administrative lead for: enrollment; registration; student and course scheduling; academic counseling; graduation requirements; credit awarding; college admissions, testing, and scholarships; and post-high school transition.
• Abides by policies as set forth by ALA Board, SIS and Academic Team.
• Oversees enrollment and registration process in coordination with the ALA district office.
• Lead for enrollment outreach programs.
• Processes student transfers and ensures transfer students are on track to meet school and state requirements for graduation.
• Oversees student and course scheduling; Serves as lead for student academic scheduling.
• Guides students to choose courses consistent with his/her interests, abilities and career plans.
• Makes necessary schedule changes for individual students that are both appropriate for student abilities and aligned with educational and career plans.
• Reviews and provides feedback to ALA Course Catalogs in coordination with the Director and the ALA Chief Academic Officer.
• Coordinates with the district office to ensure all courses offered meet Arizona state requirements.
• Oversees academic counseling.
• Assists in planning and/or promotion of programs which enhance academic, social or emotional growth of students (Career Fair, Graduation, scholarship opportunities etc.).
• Refers students and parents/guardians to appropriate school and community resources.
• Meets with students on a routine basis to ensure on-track status to meet graduation requirements as outlined by district and state guidelines.
• Monitors and meets with ‘at risk’ students as needed, and if appropriate, formulates plan of action for success involving students and parents.
• Develops academic contracts and follow up with students as needed to ensure progress.
• Lead/support campus programs that support student achievement.
• Oversees student graduation requirements; Serves as lead for graduation activities
• Ensures that students are aware of requirements for graduation and college admissions.
• Prepares and validates lists of students eligible to graduate.
• Assists Director in preparation of diploma lists and identification of honor graduates for Honors Programs and Graduation.
• Ensures transfer students are on track to meet school and state requirements for graduation.
• Coordinates with Assistant Directors of Academics to manage dual-enrollment/con-current enrollment programs.
• Administers programs for awarding course credit in coordination with the Director.
• Monitors students’ attendance and administers credit withholding decision process for students with excessive absences.
• Assesses on-line, home school, transfer, or other academic programs of transfer or new enrollments for awarding of credit toward programs.
• Oversees programs supporting college admissions, testing, and scholarships.
• Assists students with completion of college admissions and applications.
• Schedules assessments related to post-secondary education (e.g., PSAT, ASVAB).
• Oversees programs supporting student post-high school transition.
• Assists in development of post-secondary educational plans in accordance with interests, abilities and career plans.
• Guides and counsels individuals and groups of students through the development of education and career plans (ECAP).
• Compiles and submits student College Career Readiness Indicator (CCRI) to the Arizona Department of Education as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills:

• Leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Positive interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organizational and self-management skills to effectively handle multiple responsibilities.
• Strong planning, execution, and problem-solving skills.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Bachelor’s degree
• At least three years’ experience in a 7-12 environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Five years’ experience in a 7-12 environment

American Leadership Academy offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401k investment options including employer contributions. Eligible employees may earn additional pay based on performance.