Graduation Candidate Advocate at Acceleration… · Las Vegas

Summary: Acceleration Academies is dedicated to transforming the lives of students who have disengaged from traditional schooling. The Graduation Candidate Advocate plays a crucial role in supporting students on their journey to earning a high school diploma by building meaningful relationships and providing both academic and non-academic support. Responsibilities: - Assist with the registration and enrollment process for new students - Provide comprehensive support during student orientation to set the stage for success - Act as a case manager for a designated cohort of students, monitoring and documenting regular attendance - Implement the Acceleration Academy Retention Protocol through proactive outreach (e.g., texts, calls, home visits) - Identify root causes of disengagement and work to remove barriers not just complete outreach attempts - Utilize technology tools for efficient daily monitoring and maintenance of student attendance and retention records - Deliver one-on-one academic support and interventions to facilitate student learning and complement the work of center professionals - Proctor unit tests one-on-one and support small group proctoring in the virtual school setting - Collaborate closely with the student support team to track learning pathways, monitor behavior, and implement transition plans, including incentive programs to bolster student achievement - Partner with team members to problem-solve student challenges and improve engagement outcomes - Engage in professional development activities to enhance academic support practices - Advocate for students by assisting in identifying solutions and connecting them to academy staff for academic and non-academic support - Provide daily operational support for the academy - Participate actively in academy meetings and school or community events - Support home visits and local travel, as needed, to re-engage students - Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the academy - Consistent, reliable attendance during scheduled work hours - On-site presence (for roles designated as in-person/onsite) - Management of assigned workload and productivity expectations - Ability to perform job functions in an open, student-centered workspace Required Qualifications: - Associate degree preferred, but equivalent experience in education, youth mentorship, or case management will be considered - 1+ year of relevant experience in educational support, case management, or working with at-risk youth - Strong relationship-building, excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment - A genuine commitment to supporting students who have disengaged from traditional schooling and a drive to help them succeed - Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technology tools Preferred Qualifications: - Bilingual skills (Spanish preferred!) - Experience in non-traditional educational settings - Comfort with project-based and competency-based learning approaches Required Skills: Learning management systems, Educational technology tools, Case management, Educational support, Youth mentorship, Project-based learning, Competency-based learning, Enthusiasm, Bilingual Spanish, Relationship-building Benefits: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match to help secure your future., Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones., Encouraging a healthy work-life balance through adaptable FTO., Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources., Rewarding you for helping us build a talented team., Certification reimbursement programs to invest in your growth., Celebrating milestones and achievements with performance-based bonuses.