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Adolescent Student Support and Academic Advisor
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What they do
An Academic or Guidance Counselor provides guidance to students in elementary, middle and high schools to help them succeed academically and socially. Works with school teachers and administrators to address problems that affect student performance, and identifies resources for students and families. Helps high school students to plan academic course work and advises on the college search and application process.
$66,021 / year median in Tennessee
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Adolescent Student Support and Academic Advisor Knoxville Montessori Knoxville, TN Job Details Part-time $18 - $24 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications School experience Student supervision Google Workspace Bachelor's degree in counseling Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Bachelor's degree in social work Academic performance monitoring Youth academic support program facilitation Bachelor's degree in psychology Tutoring Mid-level Experience working with high schoolers Youth academic support mentorship Education Experience working with middle schoolers Working with students Counseling Psychology Life skills building E-learning platforms Bachelor's degree in education Enterprise Learning Management Productivity software Social Work Teaching life skills Coaching high school students Working with youth Student academic progress tracking Full Job Description Job Description Position Summary The Adolescent Student Support and Acadedmic Advisor plays a vital role in helping middle and high school students thrive academically, socially, and personally within the Adolescent Program. This position combines mentorship, academic coaching, executive functioning support, classroom assistance, and daily student supervision to ensure students develop the independence and responsibility needed for long-term success. Working closely with the Adolescent Program Guides and school administration, the Student Success Advisor serves as the primary mentor for an assigned group of students, helping them monitor academic progress, stay organized, complete coursework, prepare for ACT testing, and build essential life skills. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy building relationships with adolescents, coaching students toward success, and creating a supportive learning environment. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Youth Development, or a related field (preferred). Experience working with middle school or high school students. Experience in academic coaching, mentoring, advising, tutoring, or executive functioning support. Strong organizational and technology skills. Familiarity with Google Workspace and learning management systems is preferred.