Sc College & Career Advisor

Overview

College & Career Advisor

Location:

Aug Prep South Campus

Schedule:

Full-time, 10-month school year

Reports To:

Assistant Director of College & Career, Works closely with ES and MS Principals

Desired

Start Date:

As soon as possible

More Than a Job, A Mission

Aug Prep is more than a school, it s a community where excellence, faith, and holistic education come together. We’re not only about high standards but also creating a place where people love to grow, learn, and inspire! We currently serve over 2,400 K4-12 students in our ninth year at our South Campus. We are thrilled to launch our North Campus in the 26-27 school year, initially serving about 300 students in grades K4-6 and 9.

• Living Faith:
  Jesus is at the center of all we do. Join a team where you can pray together, worship together, and anchor your work in hope.
• Award-Winning Workplace:
  Recognized as a “Best Place to Work” by the Milwaukee Business Journal six times in a row, standing out as the only school on the list in most years!
• High Expectations that Open Doors:
  We foster a dynamic culture of growth and development for students and staff alike. Our students regularly surpass expectations on state assessments and our graduates have a 100% college acceptance rate and a cumulative $85million+ in scholarships!
• Outstanding Resources:
  From a “classroom supplies” fund to top-notch curriculum to field trips to advanced technology, we shower our team with the tools they need to succeed. Our state-of-the-art facilities include advanced sports complexes, performing arts centers, top-notch classrooms and two swimming pools.
• Whole-Child Approach:
  From arts to athletics to character education, we nurture students’ minds, bodies, and souls.
• Joy Factor:
  This work is hard, but we bring JOY in all we do! Team social events, learning a new skill like pickleball or gardening during professional development, and other activities help staff find JOY with one another.
• Benefits:
  Aug Prep offers a robust benefits package including medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and employer-sponsored disability coverage. Full-time employees receive $2500/year for college courses or professional development. For a complete list of benefits, please see the organization s resources.

You will connect students and families to resources and opportunities that promote the pursuit of, and persistence through, best-fit postsecondary pathways.

• Identify and steward resources and partnerships for college-going experiences (summer programs, field trips, guest speakers, mentorships, and participation in other programs like METS).
• Build a network of college and community organizations that know our students’ abilities and value.
• Work in tandem with faculty and administration to ensure that the college and career program is aligned to the school’s larger strategic/school plan.

• Support and advise students in college and career exploration, academic progress, and life skills development - emphasis on 1:1 advising in Middle School.
• Create and carry out an annual college & career family engagement plan related to key initiatives and deliverables.
• Ensure timely student submission of all program application materials to the appropriate entity.

• Coordinate all efforts with faculty and administration.
• Create and facilitate parent and student college knowledge group sessions, workshops, and college visits.
• Plan, organize and facilitate college fairs, tours, and college-going activities as well as organize and lead visits from postsecondary education entities on campus.
• Maintain an accurate record of college and career exploration trends, program participation, activities, deliverables, events and expectations for faculty, administration, and parents.
• Maintain positive and productive relationships to support a collaborative, learning-focused environment.

• Leverage data systems like Schoo Links to track and maintain records on individual students including 1:1 meeting notes, event attendance, student career goals, etc.
• Analyze graduating class and school-wide transcript data to provide…