College and Career Advisor

Fountain; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fountain is seeking a College and Career Advisor to help students navigate their postsecondary journey. This role involves direct advising for grades 9–12, supporting the development of Individual Career and Academic Plans, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance student access to opportunities.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in education, a valid Oklahoma teaching certification, and have two years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in K-12 classroom teaching, advising, or counseling preferred.
• Valid Oklahoma teaching certification in K-12 education or school counseling required.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provides college and career advising to students in grades 9–12.
• Supports the development of the Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP).
• Coordinates dual and concurrent enrollment opportunities.

Skills

Knowledge of college and career requirements

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong written communication

Effective time management

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Office Suite

Job description

Position Summary

The College and Career Advisor (CCA) supports student success in the postsecondary transition, ensuring that all students are equipped with the knowledge, experiences, and support they need to navigate their postsecondary journey. As part of the Postsecondary Readiness team, the CCA provides direct advising services to students in grades 9–12, helping them build and refine their Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP), understand graduation and college admission requirements, explore career pathways and Career Academies, and access postsecondary opportunities including Advanced Placement, dual and concurrent enrollment, internships, and career tech programs. The CCA plays a key role in supporting the implementation of Tulsa Public Schools’ College and Career Academies model by helping students understand available academies and pathways, supporting teachers in integrating career‑connected learning experiences into classroom instruction, and ensuring that students are engaged in meaningful career‑connected learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. The CCA collaborates with school counselors, teachers, families, and community, industry, and higher‑education partners to expand students’ exposure to college and career options. The role combines one‑on‑one advising, small group sessions, classroom support, and large‑scale programming to increase student access, engagement, and readiness for life after high school. Ultimately, the College and Career Advisor helps students connect their goals and passions to a concrete plan for their future.

Key Functions

• Provides direct college and career advising to students in grades 9–12
• Supports student development and refinement of the Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP)
• Coordinates access to dual and concurrent enrollment and postsecondary opportunities
• Collaborates with counselors, families, and community and higher education partners
• Prepares advising‑related reports, presentations, and data summaries
• Supports the implementation of College and Career Academies

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field

Experience

• Two (2) years’ experience in K‑12 classroom teaching, advising, or counseling (preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Must hold a valid Oklahoma teaching certification in K‑12 education or school counseling at hire and maintain it throughout employment
• Valid driver’s license required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep knowledge of college and career‑ready requirements, including graduation requirements, college admissions criteria, and workforce needs
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Office Suite
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to design and publish user‑friendly resources and tools
• Ability to support a wide variety of secondary students
• Ability to collaborate effectively with secondary counselors
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple demands and competing deadlines
• Ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance
• A positive outlook, flexibility, and sense of possibility in stressful situations
• Commitment to ongoing professional development that enables growth and improvement in this position
• Bilingual in Spanish (preferred)

About Our District

At Tulsa Public Schools, our mission is to inspire and prepare every student to love learning, achieve ambitious goals, and make positive contributions to our world. We are the destination for extraordinary educators and staff who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Our core values of equity, character, excellence, team, and joy guide how we work and interact with each other and our community.