Student Success Advocate

Phipps; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Phipps Houses and Affiliates is seeking a Student Advocate to work with elementary, middle, or high school students. You will help students achieve academic and non-academic goals, develop individualized strategies, and provide structures to improve graduation rates and attendance.

The role involves facilitating small group interventions, planning lessons, and supporting classroom initiatives while maintaining a positive, age-appropriate environment and professional collaboration with families

Qualifications

• Must have at least a High School Diploma or HSE; 12 college credits preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; strong classroom management.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and computer literacy.
• Bilingual (Spanish speaking) preferred.
• Enthusiasm, creativity and initiative; sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate success mentoring and enrichment activities to improve attendance and academic performance.
• Provide supervision and ensure safety of students at all times.
• Engage students in project-based learning activities.
• Monitor student attendance during day and after-school activities.
• Develop lesson plans and curricula aligned with program themes and outcomes.
• Conduct attendance interventions with students and/or parents.
• Document student progress related to achievement and attendance.
• Plan and lead group workshops for student success and address concerns.
• Support school initiatives, such as lunch groups and advisory services.
• Maintain professional relationships with students, parents, and school staff.
• Communicate with staff, parents, students, and community members respectfully.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Classroom management

Oral and written communication

Computer literacy

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or HSE

12 college credits

Job description

Phipps Houses and Affiliates is seeking a Student Advocate to work with elementary, middle, or high school students. You will help students achieve academic and non-academic goals, develop individualized strategies, and provide structures to improve graduation rates and attendance.

The role involves facilitating small group interventions, planning lessons, and supporting classroom initiatives while maintaining a positive, age-appropriate environment and professional collaboration with families