Academic Counselor at University Preparatory Academy

About the Employer

The mission of University Preparatory Academy is to prepare students to enroll and excel in the best colleges and universities in the nation. UPA serves a diverse population of 7th through 12th-grade students, most of whom reside in Santa Clara County. UPA’s campus is easily accessible, located off Highway 87 at Curtner Avenue. The campus is located across the street from a light rail station and local bus station. This strategic location enables UPA to draw students from school districts throughout Santa Clara County. UPA is a college preparatory alternative for those students who are not performing to their potential and get lost in traditional large middle and high school settings. UPA provides a strong, supportive, small school environment for students to excel academically. Students demonstrating the desire and drive to make college a reality will find a home at UPA. The curriculum and pacing, along with the expected learning outcomes, are designed to challenge students. In conjunction with high expectations, UPA offers supportive learning environments in every classroom as well as a full complement of support classes for Math Support, English Support, and Intensive English Language Learner support. Students attending UPA will find both the challenge and support necessary to keep college and university within reach.

Job Summary

Job Summary

Our academic counselors join top-notch instructors, coaches, mental health counselors, and staff to provide the best education, guidance, and support for all students throughout the UPA experience, up to, and beyond, the college application process. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Work collegially with the faculty and staff to support the school’s vision, mission, and philosophy and to assist UPA in meeting its planning goals. Always ensure that the school’s counseling team provides a safe, supportive growth and learning environment for students, teachers, and all other members of the UPA community. Help promote a culture where diversity is encouraged and where students respect opinions of others, take responsibility for their actions, exercise leadership, and strive for academic excellence. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Support and guide students in the completion of grade-specific benchmarks to build their resume and applications for universities and colleges. 2. Build rapport with students and cheer them on as they strive for their personal best. 3. Advise students as they acquire important skills such as study strategies, time management, organization, accountability, resourcefulness essential to becoming proactive, responsible learners. 4. Partner with parents/guardians and teachers to best support student wellbeing and academic success. 5. Coordinate and convene appropriate parent-teacher-student communications and meetings. 6. Review and monitor academic progress of students to ensure they are on track for promotion and graduation. 7. Advocate for students in schoolwide and relevant administrative decisions and events. 8. Advise students in A-G class requirements 9. Advise students in additional college course classes as applicable 10. Be available for parent-teacher conferences as needed. 11. Attend all relevant meetings including planning meetings. 12. Ensure appropriate behavior of students around the school. 13. Undertake other duties assi

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