High School Academic Counselor

Prospect Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospect Schools seeks a mission-driven High School Academic Counselor to enhance student academic success through counseling and support. The position involves collaborating with stakeholders, monitoring performance data, and fostering an inclusive environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree and school counseling experience, ideally in IB settings.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(K) with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of social work/counseling experience, preferably in a school environment.
• Experience coaching students through IB requirements strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze academic performance data to identify students at risk.
• Coordinate Multi-Tiered Systems of Support process.
• Support students and families in understanding promotion requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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The Organization

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse (“diverse by design”) K-12 college preparatory charter network serving more than 2,700 students in seven (soon to be 9!) schools in Brooklyn. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while also preparing them to be global citizens.

The Organization

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse (“diverse by design”) K-12 college preparatory charter network serving more than 2,700 students in seven (soon to be 9!) schools in Brooklyn. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while also preparing them to be global citizens.

Our Experienced Team Is Dedicated To Our Mission To Prepare a Diverse Student Body To Have a Positive Impact On Society And Develop a Lifelong Passion For Learning, And Guided By Our Core Values

• Curiosity: Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically
• Care: Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion
• Persistence: Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity and tenacity
• Passion: Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm and self-assurance
  
  

We have a vision to become, by 2030, the leading network of intentionally diverse schools where all students and educators can learn, work and thrive. Find out more about who we are and what we believe by spending a few minutes reading our 2024 Annual Report .

The Role

Prospect Schools is seeking an organized, flexible, and mission-driven Academic Counselor to join us in support of our growing network of schools. The ideal candidate is fully dedicated to the mission of Prospect Schools and to supporting the success of our students and families. This person will report directly to the Director of International Baccalaureate (IB) and be responsible for supporting the academic needs of students through counseling and helping to foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for the broader school community.

Academic Counseling And Systems

• Regularly analyze academic performance data to identify students at risk of failing and collaborate with stakeholders to design responsive, tiered interventions.
• Identify students who are academically at-risk, and provide supportive individual and group academic and social emotional counseling or referral to additional services as needed
• Coordinate the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support process, in partnership with the grade-level Student Affairs Manager and Student Support Services team.
• Support students, families, and faculty in understanding school-specific promotion requirements, based on course credit and NYS Regents Exams. Prior experience with academic counseling related to International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is preferred.
• Maintain clear communication of progress towards academic promotion with students, families, advisors, and grade team support teammates.
• As needed, work directly with a caseload of students for individual mandated IEP counseling
  
  

Student Data

• Use an MTSS framework to monitor academic pass/fail data and attendance data. Identify students in need of Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 supports, ensuring equitable access to interventions.
• Partner with teachers and instructional teams to co-develop academic support plans tailored to individual student needs, including targeted tutoring, modified coursework, or check-in systems.
• Coordinate and implement Tier 2 and Tier 3 academic interventions, ensuring fidelity of support services and documenting student growth over time.
• Develop, own, and lead attendance intervention and support plans for students who are chronically absent
• In partnership with school leaders, provide relevant data and context when student promotion decisions are made for the upcoming school year
  
  

Student Culture

• Model how to build strong, mutually respectful relationships with students and families and support teachers to do the same
• Promote a culture of academic curiosity and achievement by organizing and supporting events that celebrate student success, such as honor roll brunch, academic showcases, and award ceremony.
• Support in school-wide systems such as Arrival, Lunch, and Dismissal with an eye for student safety and inclusiveness
• Implement advisory and small-group interventions to increase student achievement, adjusting programming and supports to ensure continuous improvement.
  
  

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 2 years of social work/counseling experience, preferably in a school environment
• Experience coaching students through IB requirements strongly preferred
• Experience working with data and organizing it in a clear and digestible fashion
• Exceptionally strong organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail
• Adept at collaborating and building community with others
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week
• 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule
• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA options
• Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues, from family care to mental health services
  
  

Salary

Employees at Prospect Schools are provided with a competitive salary. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. The salary range for this role is from $67,200 - $95,812.

The critical features of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

EEO and Accessibility

Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or hiring process, please reach out to us.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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