College and Career Success Teacher (High School) (49601)

Oakland; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AIMS College Prep High School in Oakland, CA, seeks a College & Career Success Teacher to support students across all Golden State Pathways Program (GSPP) pathways (Medical, Law, Business, Graphic Design/Coding) in preparing for the SAT and AP exams, building the life and self-advocacy skills needed to succeed in college and career, and planning for college entrance, persistence, and graduation.

This position works closely with Academic Counselors, the Director of Student Support Services, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in school counseling, college advising, or a related student-support role.
• Teaching credential required.
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with test preparation, college planning, or life-skills instruction.
• Knowledge of A-G requirements, UC/CSU admissions, dual enrollment, and financial aid processes.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort using student data to inform practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively with counselors, teachers, and outside partners (e.g., Peralta Community College District).

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver SAT/AP test preparation instruction and study sessions aligned to the program.
• Track student performance and provide targeted preparation plans.
• Coordinate SAT/AP testing registration information sessions and fee support.
• Lead Advisory sessions to build executive functioning and independence.
• Design workshops on time management, financial literacy, and communication.
• Guide students through college search, applications, and financial aid processes.
• Monitor Dual Enrollment progress and connect students with tutoring or support.
• Maintain data on SAT/AP participation and college enrollment for reporting.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Collaborative work style

Effective communication

Data-informed planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching credential

Tools

Naviance

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Oakland, CA 94610, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $64,056.69 - $110,368.96 Salary, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Certificated, Title: College and Career Success Teacher (High School)

Category: Certificated

Work Year: 12 months

Employment Type: Fulltime

Starting Range: $64,056.69 - $110,368.96

FLSA: Exempt: Exempt

Supervisor: Head of School

JOB SUMMARY

AIMS College Prep High School is seeking a College & Career Success Teacher to support students across all Golden State Pathways Program (GSPP) pathways (Medical, Law, Business, and Graphic Design/Coding) in preparing for the SAT and AP exams, building the life and self-advocacy skills needed to succeed in college and career, and planning for college entrance, persistence, and graduation. This position works closely with Academic Counselors, the Director of Student Support Services, and the Head of School to deliver support for Advisory, SAT/AP Prep, Dual Enrollment and College Planning components of AIMS's GSPP Program of Study across grades 9–12, and directly advances GSPP Outcomes 1 (Integrated Program of Study), 2 (Postsecondary Credits), and 4 (Integrated Support Services).

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

(Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below.

This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with

this classification, but is intended to reflect the principal job elements accurately.)

SAT & Academic Preparation

• Plan and deliver SAT/AP test preparation instruction and study sessions aligned to the GSPP Program of Study.
• Track student practice test performance and provide targeted, individualized preparation plans.
• Coordinate SAT and AP testing registration information sessions and fee support for eligible students.

Advisory

• Lead Advisory sessions (grades 9–12) that build executive functioning, self-advocacy, study habits, and other life skills needed for success in college and career.
• Design and facilitate workshops on topics such as time management, financial literacy, communication, and navigating college/workplace systems independently.
• Partner with the SEL team to ensure life-skills programming is integrated with students' broader social-emotional support.

College Planning, Entrance & Persistence

• Guide students and families through the college search, application, and financial aid (FAFSA/CADAA) process.
• Lead the College Planning course/seminar for 12th grade students, including workshops on A-G requirements, UC/CSU eligibility, and articulation with Peralta Community College District and other partners.
• Support students enrolled in Dual Enrollment coursework by monitoring progress and connecting them with tutoring or academic support as needed.
• Maintain contact with alumni to track postsecondary enrollment, persistence, and graduation outcomes, and document post-graduate plans through surveys and trackers.

Program Coordination & Data

• Collaborate with Academic Counselors and the Chief Academic Officer and Director of Student Services to implement and refine the GSPP Action Plan's college-readiness action steps.
• Maintain accurate student data on SAT and AP participation/scores, A-G completion, dual enrollment, and college enrollment/persistence for GSPP reporting (Appendix B).
• Participate in ongoing GSPP check-in meetings and Best Practices Webinars (BPWs).

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Bachelor's degree required; experience in school counseling, college advising, or a related student-support role.
• Teaching credential required.
• Demonstrated experience supporting students with test preparation, college planning, or life-skills instruction.
• Knowledge of A-G requirements, UC/CSU admissions, dual enrollment, and financial aid processes.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort using student data to inform practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively with counselors, teachers, and outside partners (e.g., Peralta Community College District, Genesys Works).

Preferred

• Credential or certification in school counseling, or equivalent experience in college access/advising work
• Experience with Naviance or similar college/career planning platforms.
• Bilingual or multilingual, reflecting the languages spoken by AIMS families.

ALIGNMENT WITH GSPP FUNDING

This position is funded through the AIMS College Prep GSPP Implementation Grant. Per GSPP Appendix J (Expenditure Guidelines), salary for additional personnel providing comprehensive career guidance, counseling, and pupil support services for GSPP career, academic, and social-emotional needs is an allowable use of grant funds. This role directly supports GSPP Outcome 1 (Integrated Program of Study), Outcome 2 (Postsecondary Credits), and Outcome 4 (Integrated Support Services), and contributes data toward AIMS's Action Plan and Appendix B progress reporting.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Project management principles and practices
• Think critically and problem solve
• Plan and organize
• Communicate effectively
• Influence and lead
• Delegate responsibilities
• Work in a team environment
• Negotiate with different groups
• Resolve conflicts
• Adapt to changes
• Handle stress appropriately

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Work Position (Percentage of Time): Standing: 30 Walking: 20 Sitting: 50

Minimum Body Movement (Frequency): None (0) Limited (1) Occasional (2) Frequent (3) Very Frequent (4)

Lifting (lbs.): 15-18 Lifting: 2 Bending: 2

Pushing and/or Pulling Loads: 1 Reaching Overhead: 1 Kneeling or Squatting: 1

Climbing Ladders: 0 Climbing Stairs: 2

NON-DISCRIMINATION

AIMS College Prep Charter District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, ancestry, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, national origin, or mental or physical handicap in any of its policies or procedures related to admissions, employment, educational services, programs or activities.