Early College Academic Advisor - part-time

Academic Advisor for Early College Fifth Year

Position:
At-Will, School Term. This position is part-time, approximately 20 hours per week, and is through EDUStaff, our third-party contractor.

Start Date:

August 19, 2026

Reports To:

Principal Meridian Early College High School Salary:
Based on qualifications and experience

Job Summary:

The Advisor for the Early College Fifth Year Program plays an essential role in supporting academic achievement, guiding postsecondary transitions, and managing off-campus learning opportunities for Meridian Early College High School students, enrolled in the fifth-year program. This position oversees academic advising for fifth year students enrolled in off-campus programs. This position is contracted through our third-party contractor, EDUStaff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individualized academic advising for all fifth-year students enrolled in off-campus programs.
• Develop and maintain personalized academic plans that reflect students' further college and career aspirations.
• Guide students in course selection and scheduling based on postsecondary goals beyond fifth-year.
• Track student academic progress, attendance, and credit attainment throughout the year; communicate with families regarding progress.
• Intervene with support plans and resources for struggling students.
• Maintain communication and collaboration with Delta College.
• Assist students with postsecondary planning beyond the fifth-year program including test prep, financial aid, scholarships, and application processes.
• Ensure final transcripts for seniors are accurate and sent to postsecondary institutions.
• Utilize MiSSG for student financial aid tracking (FAFSA, TIP, Michigan Achievement).
• Communicate with off-campus students and partners during the summer to support fall enrollment readiness.
• Collect and analyze data related to academic performance, college readiness, and postsecondary outcomes; use data for continuous improvement.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in education, school counseling, or related field required.
• Demonstrated experience with academic advising, postsecondary planning, or program coordination.
• Knowledge of graduation requirements, NCAA/NAIA eligibility, CTE programming, and college admissions.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to use student information systems (Skyward preferred) and analyze educational data.
• A minimum of three (3) years of educational experience.
• Desire for rigorous professional development and coaching with a focus on continuous improvement and instructional effectiveness.

Education and/or

Experience:

• A Bachelor's degree or higher in a field related to Education is required.
• Three (3) years of experience as a teacher/consultant or related position.
• Strong knowledge of demonstrated experience with academic advising, postsecondary planning, or program coordination.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Michigan teaching or counseling certification preferred.
• Valid Michigan Driver's License.

Language

Skills:

• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills required.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with children, teachers, co-workers, staff and administration.
• Must be able to read, comprehend and analyze instructions, correspondence, memos, reports, rules and regulations.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, families, staff, and postsecondary partners.
• Strong writing and documentation skills for correspondence, data reports, and communication with outside institutions.
• Must be able to compose appropriate presentations, correspondence, and reporting with clear and concise information utilizing proper spelling and grammar.
• Must be able to write, manage, and administer grants.

Mathematical

Skills:

• Must be able to apply concepts such…