High School Student Success Coach

About the Organization:
Career Prep schools is dedicated to guiding high‑school students toward a successful future through personalized, career‑focused graduation plans and continuous support. Our mission is to empower students, partners, and employees to reach their full potential.

EOE Statement:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• A Culture Catalyst:
  You are a mentor and teacher at heart, radiating energy, hope, and the belief that every person you interact with can build a future of meaning.
• An Inspiring Facilitator:
  You thrive in front of a group, leading experiences rather than merely delivering information.
• A Relentless Advocate:
  You are deeply committed to student success and proactively help students navigate academic and social–emotional challenges.
• A Model of Excellence:
  You are organized, punctual, and set standards of excellence for others to follow.
• A Collaborative Builder:
  You enjoy refining processes and programs to better serve students while executing daily tasks.
• An Engaging Communicator:
  You build trust with students and clearly communicate progress to the School Director and families.

We are a network of dropout prevention and recovery charter schools in Ohio committed to helping students build a life of meaning and impact. Our schools blend academics, career readiness, and wrap‑around services that meet the needs of the whole student, guided by our core values of growth, excellence, integrity, service, and teamwork.

• Lead the "Discovery" process, serving as the primary facilitator for all new student orientations.
• Guide students through the initial assessment phase, including testing and strengths evaluations, to baseline their starting point.
• Facilitate the creation of students’ first "Life Blueprint," including mission statements, values, life goals, and career plans.
• Ensure every student understands the school’s culture, expectations, and the "why" behind our mission‑driven model.

• Maintain a dedicated caseload of students, serving as their primary mentor during their time at the school.
• Monitor student progress, intervening early when students show signs of disengagement.
• Conduct regular mentoring sessions to build deep relationships and provide accountability.
• Partner with Teachers and Family Advocates to ensure students receive academic and wrap‑around support.

• Participate in strategy sessions with the School Director to review the orientation program’s effectiveness.
• Provide data‑driven insights and feedback to refine discovery curriculum and student experience workflows.
• Assist in creating and piloting new student engagement initiatives or social‑emotional learning components.

• Ensure all student onboarding documentation and assessment data are entered accurately and timely.
• Track and report key metrics such as discovery completion rates and 30/60/90‑day retention.
• Support school‑wide events, such as graduations or "Signing Day," to celebrate student milestones.

• Strong alignment with the Fusion Ed mission and a passion for working with underserved, opportunity youth.
• Proven experience in coaching, mentoring, teaching, or program facilitation.
• High level of tech fluency—ability to learn and master new software platforms quickly.
• Exceptional public speaking and interpersonal communication skills.
• Autonomous work style in a fast‑paced, high‑accountability environment.

• Experience in Career and Technical Education (CTE) or alternative education settings.
• Knowledge of the Ohio educational landscape and community resources.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.