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Adult Education Guidance Specialist
Job in
Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma, 74120, USA
Listed on 2026-08-09
Listing for:
Family & Children's Service
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-09
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Career & Life Skills Coaching, Academic Advising & Student Services, School Counseling & Student Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* Premium medical, dental & vision benefits
* 75% employer paid medical premiums
* Retirement savings 403(b) plan with up to 6% employer match
* Life Insurance, short- & long-term disability benefits
* Employee assistance and wellness programs
* 34 Paid days off 1st year!
* Agency-Paid Professional development and CEUs
JOB SUMMARY:
The Adult Education Guidance Specialist provides comprehensive academic advising, career guidance, and student support services to adult students enrolled in HSE programs. This position supports students in navigating educational pathways, overcoming barriers to success, and achieving their HSE and postsecondary or workforce goals in alignment with Oklahoma Adult Education and Family Literacy standards and Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) requirements.
POSITION SPECIFIC
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Student Intake, Assessment, and Planning
* Conduct intake, orientation, and assessment services, including basic skills and career readiness evaluations.
* Place students in the most appropriate educational setting based on assessment results and goals.
* Develop and maintain personalized learning plans (ILPs) aligned with student goals and instructional needs.
* Assist students in setting short-term and long-term educational and career goals.
Academic and Career Guidance
* Provide individualized academic advising and career guidance to students pursuing HSE certification.
* Deliver group and individual guidance sessions focused on study skills, test preparation, goal setting, and academic success strategies.
* Support students in preparing for HSE exams (GED, HiSET, or other applicable assessments).
* Work with students one-on-one and in groups to monitor progress and adjust learning plans as needed.
Student Support and Retention
* Monitor student progress, attendance, and performance data to identify needs and provide targeted support.
* Maintain regular touchpoints with students to encourage persistence and engagement.
* Utilize best practices for student engagement, including structured support, individualized approaches, and motivational strategies.
* Implement trauma-informed care practices to support student success and persistence.
Resource Connection and Wraparound Support
* Connect students to community resources such as childcare, transportation, housing, employment, and other support services.
* Connect students with appropriate programs for scholarship, grant, and funding opportunities, and assist with FAFSA and other financial aid applications.
* Support students in navigating funding barriers and identifying appropriate community resources.
Partnerships and Collaboration
* Collaborate with instructors, program staff, educational partners, and community organizations to support student success.
* Develop and maintain relationships with partners to expand educational and career pathway opportunities for students.
* Coordinate with partners to support student transitions to postsecondary education, workforce training, or employment.
* Assist with outreach, recruitment, and orientation activities to increase student enrollment and program awareness.
Data Management and Compliance
* Maintain accurate and timely student records, including assessment results, test scores, schedules, applications, education history, attendance, and progress.
* Record and manage student data in required systems.
* Ensure compliance with Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education (ODCTE) Adult Education guidelines and federal reporting requirements.
* Share student data, progress updates, and behavioral trends with appropriate partner programs to support coordinated services, compliance requirements, and improved student outcomes.
Program Support and Operations
* Provide instructional support by assisting with curriculum alignment and pacing, and serving as a substitute facilitator during teacher absences to ensure continuity of student learning.
* Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and program improvement initiatives.
* Perform administrative and programmatic tasks to support student services and program outcomes.
* Utilize appropriate technology and systems to support student engagement, tracking, and service delivery.
Key Areas of Focus
* Student onboarding, placement, and individualized learning planning
* Academic advising and High School Equivalency (HSE) attainment
* Career readiness and postsecondary transition support
* Student engagement, retention, and barrier reduction
* Data-driven student tracking and program accountability
* Resource connection
* Collaboration with instructors, staff, and community partners
* Instructional support and program continuity
* Student outcome improvement and pathway progression
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Education or,
Bachelor's degree in related field with a valid Oklahoma Teaching Certification or ability to obtain independently prior to start of employment.
EXPERIENCE:
* Experience providing career guidance or…
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