Academic Advisor

Job Description

Salary:

School Overview

Jefferson RISE Charter School, founded by seven community members in 2014, will serve just under 800 students in grades 6-12 for the 2025-2026 school year. Located in Harvey, Louisiana, the school caters to a diverse student body from the Westbank of Jefferson Parish, consisting of 59% Black/African American, 24% White, 15% Hispanic, and 2% Asian students, with 87% qualifying as economically disadvantaged.

Remarkable achievements for Jefferson RISE Charter School include:

State recognized our school as Top Gains Badge Recipient (23-24 SY)

Graduation Rate A (22-23 SY, 23-24 SY)

Strength of Diploma A (23-24 SY)

Progress Rating A (23-24 SY)

#6 for SPS Growth in Louisiana (22-23 SY)

Achieved a School Performance Score (SPS) increase of over 17 points, resulting in a B rating for the high school and a C rating for the middle school (22-23 SY)

Position Overview

At Jefferson RISE Charter School, we are seeking a student-centered, results-driven Academic Advisor who believes every student can succeed with the right systems, guidance, and accountability. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and committed to helping students take ownership of their academic progress.

Academic Advisors at RISE play a key role in ensuring students stay on track for graduation and are prepared for post-secondary success. They use academic data and clear communication to guide course planning, monitor progress, and intervene early when support is needed. This role is best suited for someone who holds students to high expectations, communicates clearly, is solution-oriented and focuses on student growth through structure and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Planning & Progress Monitoring

Guide students through course selection and ensure their academic schedules align with graduation requirements and long-term goals

Create, review, and update 4-year academic plans for all students

Track student progress toward promotion and graduation, flag risks early, and implement follow-up steps

2. Data-Driven Intervention

Use academic data (grades, credits, state testing results) to identify students in need of academic support

Recommend and coordinate interventions such as credit recovery, tutoring, or schedule adjustments

Maintain accurate documentation of interventions and outcomes

3. Postsecondary Readiness Support

Reinforce the connection between academic performance and post-secondary opportunities

Partner with the College & Career team to help students understand and prepare for various college and career pathways

Support students in understanding GPA, transcripts, and academic eligibility

4. Student Accountability & Communication

Hold regular check-ins with students to review academic progress and set goals

Communicate clearly and consistently with students and families about academic standing, risks, and next steps

Ensure students understand the importance of effort, attendance, and ownership in their academic success

5. Collaboration & School-Wide Support

Work with teachers, grade-level teams, and student support staff to ensure aligned support across classrooms

Contribute to the development of academic systems, schedules, and processes

Participate in student support meetings and follow through on assigned actions

Administrative

Maintain accurate records of student academic plans, credit status, interventions, and graduation progress

Support transcript reviews, scheduling, and course verification processes in coordination with school leadership

Ensure timely communication and documentation related to promotion, retention, and credit recovery

Assist with state reporting and compliance tasks related to academic progress and graduation

Track and report academic risk indicators (GPA, on-track status, credit accumulation) to inform school decision-making

School and Community Culture

Support implementation of school-wide systems that promote safe, respectful, and responsible student behavior

Promote a culture where students take ownership of their academic progress and decision-making

Serve as a visible and dependable adult in common spaces (e.g., hallways, arrival/dismissal, assemblies)

Contribute to a professional, solutions-oriented culture among staff

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Certification:

Bachelors degree required

Degree in content area (preferred)

Content area certification (preferred)

Experience and Skills:

Proven track record of helping students stay on track for graduation through proactive planning, data monitoring, and timely intervention

Deep understanding of graduation requirements, academic planning, and credit recovery systems

Skilled at using academic data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for support

Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain academic standing, plans, and expectations to students and families

Ability to manage multiple systems and deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail

Familiarity with student information systems and data tools preferred

Prior experience in an educational setting supporting student progress toward graduation

Culture and Fit:

Believes deeply in the mission and students of Jefferson RISE

Eager to learn, grow, and improve their craft

Open to feedback and takes ownership for their impact on students and the school community

Willing to take initiative and find solutions when challenges arise

Acts with integrity and puts students first

Collaborative and flexible ready to pitch in and support teammates

BENEFITS

RISE employees are paid twice a month on the 15th and last day of each month.

Jefferson RISE pays the following employee-only benefit costs for all full-time employees: coverage 85% of medical premiums and 100% of dental, vision, short and long term disability premiums. The Employee covers the remaining costs, including 15% employee medical and all spouse/dependent costs. RISE provides a 401(k) retirement plan to all W-2 employees, including a match of up to 100% of contributions on the first 3% deferred, then 50% of contributions from 3% to 5%. There is no vesting period. Jefferson RISE reserves the right to offer different or additional benefits to the Employee at any time.

Full-time