Academic Counselor Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

Academic Counselor ALA South Carolina – 3.4

Lexington, SC Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$50.1K – $63.4K a year 23 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications School experience Mid-level 3 years Master’s degree Education Bachelor’s degree Counseling Master of School Administration Full Job Description Charter One works with schools across the country to provide all-inclusive education management services. At Charter One we pride ourselves on our thorough knowledge of charter school operations, academics, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, and more. We handle the day-to-day work so that client school boards can focus on governance and policy issues to be sure that the vision and mission of the school are being carried out properly. American Leadership Academy-Lexington is now accepting applications for an Academic Counselor for the 2025-2026 school year. Candidates must be willing to undergo a background check. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Reports to the campus Assistant Director for Student Services Performs duties as an academic counselor and staff member in the Student Service department, including but not limited to: student and course scheduling; academic counseling; identifying and tracking graduation requirements; awarding credit; college preparation; testing; scholarships; and post-high school transition Plans and executes initiatives related to enrollment outreach and campus tours to prospective families Plans and promotes programs that support student achievement and post HS transition Assists with processing student transfers Conducts course scheduling and guiding students to choose courses consistent with his/her interests, abilities and career plans Develops Education Career Action Plans for students assigned by AD Student Services Performs graduation planning, including developing diploma lists and identifying honor graduates, and scheduling and planning graduation events, parent night meetings, and awards ceremonies Prepares and validates lists of students eligible to graduate Meets with students on a routine basis to ensure on-track status to meet graduation requirements as outlined by district and state guidelines Ensure that students are aware of requirements for graduation and college admissions and assist with applications as needed Monitors and meets with “at risk” students as needed, and if appropriate, formulates plan of action for success involving students, parents and/or teachers Monitors students’ attendance and provides input related to credit withholding decisions for students with excessive absences Assists with coordinating and monitoring assessments for post-secondary education (e.g., PSAT, ASVAB) Compiles and submits student College Career Readiness Indicator (CCRI) data for submission to the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) Performs administrative tasks (e.g., filing, generating reports, mailing, etc.) as needed for all of student service department Mails test results and student service documents as needed Cross trains as needed with other members of the Student Services Department Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree At least three years experience in a grade 7-12 counseling environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in education-related field (e.g., Education, School Counseling, etc.) Master’s Degree in Secondary School Counseling, Secondary School Administration, or Similar areas of study Five years experience in a grade 7-12 counseling environment NC School Counseling endorsement American Leadership Academy-Lexington offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401k investment options including employer contributions. Interested candidates are encouraged to complete an online application and submit the following supporting documentation: Current resume Letters of recommendation (2-3) If you have any questions about the position, please send an email to .