Academic Support Specialist

ACCEL Schools is seeking a highly motivated Academic Support Specialist at Northeast Ohio College Preparatory School in Cleveland, Ohio. The specialist will work to create a rigorous and nurturing environment that prioritizes student engagement and achievement for all students.

Responsibilities:

• Relentlessly work to meet all goals related to student achievement and culture as well as Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals.
• Meet with students who are at-risk for retention each marking period and formulate a plan of action for academic success with the involvement of the student and parent/guardian.
• Plan and promote programs that enhance the academic, social, or emotional growth of students.
• Meet with eighth-grade students once each semester and mail updates on their promotion status to their parents.
• Assist students with the completion of high school admissions applications.
• Support the educational and behavioral goals of all students, including those with an Individualized Education Plan or those learning English as a second language.
• Work in conjunction with the Director of Academics, Parent Liaison, and Dean of Students with students who are referred for discipline, attendance, and academic challenges.
• Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices into daily lessons and interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Implement school-wide culture expectations and norms.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their child.
• Monitor student eligibility for participation in extracurricular activities.
• Meet with scholars and parents to discuss test results and develop academic improvement plans.
• Assist the principal in the preparation of diploma lists and identification of honor graduates.
• Aid students in developing high school and post-secondary educational plans.
• Contribute to a positive climate and culture by exhibiting high professional standards.
• Ensure accurate information is maintained in each student's permanent, cumulative record.
• Consult with and serve as a resource for students, staff, and parents regarding developmental needs of students.
• Participate, coordinate, and conduct activities that contribute to the effective implementation of the K-8 social emotional learning program.
• Evaluate and revise the building guidance and counseling program.
• Understand, accept, abide by, and implement the school's philosophy and mission statement in all school activities.
• Assist and coordinate the RTI and MTSS programs.
• Develop a capstone program for promotion from 8th grade.
• Create and implement a foundational Social Emotional Curriculum.
• Facilitate Retention Protocols, including retention meetings with teachers and families.
• Develop 8th-grade to High School programming.
• Manage student behaviors with the implementation of innovative restorative justice practices.

Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Guidance & Counseling with School Counseling Endorsement on a Valid Ohio Teaching Certificate.
• Minimum: Bachelor's Degree with Valid Teaching Certificate.

Benefits:

• Salary range: $50,000 - 60,000.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement contributions.
• Optional Basic Life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance (employee, spouse, child).
• Discounted childcare at Early Learning Academies locations.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary long-term disability insurance.
• Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals.