Student Graduation Advocate

Acceleration Academies; Homestead (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Insurance coverage

Flexible PTO

Wellness programs

Professional development

Bonus opportunities

Referral incentives

Job summary

Acceleration Academies in Florida is seeking a Graduation Candidate Advocate to build meaningful relationships with students and support their path toward earning a high school diploma. You will act as mentor and advocate, providing both academic and non-academic support while fostering an environment where students feel valued and empowered.

This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to gain experience in education, student support, or case management.

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 the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technology tools.

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.
• Implement the Acceleration Academy Retention Protocol through proactive outreach (texts, calls, home visits).
• Identify root causes of disengagement and work to remove barriers beyond outreach.
• Contribute to canvassing and recruitment efforts to attract new students.
• Deliver one-on-one academic support and interventions to facilitate student learning.
• Collaborate with the student support team to track learning pathways and monitor behavior.
• Engage in professional development activities to enhance academic support practices.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Adaptability

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Acceleration Academies in Florida is seeking a Graduation Candidate Advocate to build meaningful relationships with students and support their path toward earning a high school diploma. You will act as mentor and advocate, providing both academic and non-academic support while fostering an environment where students feel valued and empowered.

This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to gain experience in education, student support, or case management.