Bilingual Arabic Academic Advisor

Novel Prep; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Novel Prep is seeking a Bilingual Arabic Academic Advisor to support student achievement and family partnerships. The role combines academic counseling, student success planning, and enrollment support, focusing on Arabic-speaking families to provide tailored guidance and retention strategies.

The advisor will conduct consultations, design learning plans, monitor progress, and collaborate with instructors to optimize outcomes and growth across programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Business, or a related field.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (verbal and written).
• 1-2 years of experience in academic advising, student services, education consulting, counseling, student recruitment, or consultative sales.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Experience communicating with students and parents.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse families and cultural backgrounds.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive academic counseling to students and parents, helping them navigate educational planning, skill development, and college preparation.
• Design customized learning plans and course pathways.
• Guide families through short- and long-term academic decision-making.
• Support students in building effective study habits and academic confidence.
• Review academic progress and performance metrics regularly.
• Identify obstacles to learning and recommend interventions.
• Partner with instructors and staff to coordinate academic resources.
• Adjust plans as needed to optimize student outcomes.
• Lead consultations with new families to introduce programs and services.
• Support enrollment conversations and program matching.
• Manage renewals and maintain student retention.
• Recommend enrichment opportunities and additional services based on student needs.
• Build lasting relationships with Arabic-speaking families that encourage referrals.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Academic advising

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Business, or related field

Job description

Position Overview

The Bilingual Arabic Academic Advisor at Novel Prep plays a vital role in supporting student achievement while fostering strong partnerships with families. This position combines academic counseling, student success planning, and relationship-based enrollment support. The Advisor works closely with Arabic-speaking families to provide personalized academic guidance, develop individualized academic strategies, and contribute to student retention and program growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Student & Family Advising

Provide comprehensive academic counseling to students and parents, helping them navigate educational planning, skill development, and college preparation.

• Conduct initial consultations to assess academic history, strengths, and goals
• Design customized learning plans and course pathways
• Guide families through short- and long-term academic decision-making
• Support students in building effective study habits and academic confidence

2. Academic Monitoring & Student Success

Ensure students remain on track toward their objectives through ongoing evaluation and proactive support.

• Review academic progress and performance metrics regularly
• Identify obstacles to learning and recommend appropriate interventions
• Partner with instructors and staff to coordinate academic resources
• Adjust plans as needed to optimize student outcomes

3. Enrollment Support & Retention

Contribute to organizational growth by providing a high level of service to prospective and current families.

• Lead consultations with new families to introduce programs and services
• Support enrollment conversations and program matching
• Manage renewals and maintain strong student retention
• Recommend enrichment opportunities and additional services based on student needs
• Build lasting relationships with Arabic-speaking families that encourage referrals and continued engagement

4. Communication & Record Management

Maintain clear, timely, and professional communication with students and families.

• Provide regular updates on student progress
• Document advising interactions and maintain organized records
• Prepare reports and follow-up summaries
• Address questions and concerns promptly and professionally

5. Professional Development & Compliance

Maintain high professional standards while continuing to strengthen academic advising expertise.

• Stay current on academic trends, U.S. college admissions processes, and counseling best practices
• Participate in training and professional development
• Follow company policies regarding confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Business, or a related field
• Fluency in Arabic and English (verbal and written)
• 1-2 years of experience in academic advising, student services, education consulting, counseling, student recruitment, or consultative sales
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Experience communicating with students and parents
• Ability to work effectively with diverse families and cultural backgrounds
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-up skills