HS Academic Counselor

Prospect Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 67,200 - 125,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO / PST based on date of hire and W‑

401(K) and Roth IRA with 4% employer‑m

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Prospect Schools in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an organized Academic Counselor to support students and families across our IB‑aligned network of seven schools.

The role emphasizes counseling, MTSS data analysis, attendance interventions, and collaboration with teachers and administrators to ensure equitable promotion paths for all students.

You will report directly to the Director of International Baccalaureate and help foster a welcoming, inclusive school culture that supports diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• At least 2 years of school-based counseling or social work experience.
• Experience coaching IB Diploma Programme is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and data-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Regularly analyze academic performance data to identify at-risk students and design interventions.
• Provide individual and group counseling and referrals as needed.
• Coordinate MTSS processes with Student Affairs and Support Services.
• Explain promotion requirements based on credits and NYS Regents Exams.
• Maintain communication of progress to students, families, and advisors.
• Manage a caseload for IEP counseling when required.
• Support attendance intervention and data-driven improvement.

Skills

Social work

Counseling

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Collaboration

IB program experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Who We Are

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, 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

Who We Are

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, 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

The Opportunity

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 - $125,012.

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.