Onsite Student Success Advocate

Acceleration Academies; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Flexible Paid Time Off

Wellness program

Professional development

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Acceleration Academies is hiring a Student Advocate to build relationships with students and support their path to earning a high school diploma. The role emphasizes mentorship, advocacy, and a mix of academic and non-academic support within an on-site academy setting.

Ideal candidates have 0-2 years of relevant experience in educational support or youth services, with strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred, but equivalent experience in education, youth mentorship, or case management will be considered.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience in educational support, case management, or working with at-risk youth.
• Strong relationship-building, excellent communication, adaptability, and ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the registration and enrollment process for new students.
• Provide comprehensive support during student orientation to set the stage for success.
• Act as a case manager for a designated cohort of students, monitoring and documenting regular attendance.
• Identify root causes of disengagement and work to remove barriers to attendance and progression.

Skills

Strong relationship-building

Excellent communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Learning management systems

Educational technology tools

Job description

Acceleration Academies is hiring a Student Advocate to build relationships with students and support their path to earning a high school diploma. The role emphasizes mentorship, advocacy, and a mix of academic and non-academic support within an on-site academy setting.

Ideal candidates have 0-2 years of relevant experience in educational support or youth services, with strong communication and relationship-building skills.