rootEd Advisor Position Available In Ste. Genevieve, Missouri

rootEd Advisor
Ste Genevieve School District R-2
Ste. Genevieve High School – Ste. Genevieve, Missouri Job Details

Job ID:

5210643

Application Deadline:

Jun 17, 2025 3:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Jun 3, 2025

Starting Date:

Aug 1, 2025
Job Description

JOB TITLE

rootEd Advisor

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
Exceptional relational skills with a variety of diverse people.
Experience in education, social work, counseling, case management, advising, or related
experience.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency with a variety of computer operations, and the ability to learn and adapt to new
software and tracking tools.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively via email, phone, video chat, text messaging, and
public speaking.
Availability to travel to high school and community events as needed.
Ability to work well with others.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to use information technology for professional productivity (such as Microsoft Office
Suite).

REPORTS TO

Building Principal and Director of Student Services

JOB GOAL

The rootEd Advisor is employed in school districts to proactively support high school students
through each step of career exploration and postsecondary planning. Performance will be
evaluated through monthly tracking of key performance indicators related to both student
outcomes and program impact.
Working in collaboration with high school counselors, the rootEd Advisor assists students in
developing and expanding their Individual Career and Academic Plans (ICAP) and supports them in taking steps toward postsecondary success in their chosen pathway—such as enrolling in college, earning a workplace credential, or enlisting in the armed services.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Meet one-on-one with each high school senior to help each student develop and succeed in
their postsecondary plans.
Build relationships with all high school students through regular meetings to help them with
postsecondary planning.
Monitor and document student progress related to postsecondary planning and key
performance indicators.
Refine and expand Individual Career and Academic Plans (ICAP) for all high school students
that align with coursework and activities that help achieve personal career goals,
postsecondary planning, and individual pathway options.
Ensure that all seniors progress through each stage of the financial planning process,
including FAFSA completion.
Understand and help students navigate each step of the college, military, or career application
process.
Use data-driven case management strategies to increase postsecondary applications, FAFSA
completion, and overall postsecondary planning and attainment—ensuring students graduate
high school on a path toward career success and economic stability.
Work closely with high school counselors, teachers, staff, and administrators to ensure a
smooth transition to postsecondary success for high school graduates.
Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
Comply with district policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned, including attending school-sponsored functions, serving on
committees, and attending community events.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in a standard office setting with frequent interruptions
and distractions. Requires extended periods of time viewing computer monitor or standing; may
require adjustment of schedule to include some evening and/or weekends; may encounter
occasional exposure to inclement weather during travel.
Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office
setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to
moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement
and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary, work day, and year to be established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board of Education’s policy on Evaluation of Certificated Personnel.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$44,000 Per Year
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required