Academic Advisor Job at The Wooden Floor, Santa Ana, CA

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  • The Wooden Floor
  • Santa Ana, CA

Job Description

Benefits:

  • Summer & Winter Breaks
  • Weekends off
  • Flexible schedule

SUMMARY:

The Wooden Floor’s mission is to inspire and transform the lives of young people through the power of dance and access to higher education. The Next Step Program is a key part of this mission, providing comprehensive college and career readiness guidance to students in their middle and high school years. We believe in nurturing relationships and fostering a supportive, growth-oriented environment for both students and staff.

As an Academic Advisor at The Wooden Floor, you will play a vital role in guiding students through their academic journey and preparing them for their future careers. You will work collaboratively within The Next Step Program, focusing on personalized guidance and support that meets the unique needs of each student. Your ability to communicate effectively, listen actively, and maintain a positive demeanor will be crucial to your success.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Provide individualized one-to-one guidance (in-person) to assigned students, ensuring their academic and personal development.
  • Foster positive relationships with students, acting as a role model and mentor.
  • Plan and deliver monthly sessions on various college and career readiness topics; tailored to the needs of the cohort.
  • Achieve monthly goals and objectives set by the College and Career Readiness Coordinator.
  • Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, and activities.
  • Prepare reports on student development and program outcomes.
  • Ensure confidentiality and proper handling of student information.
  • Work closely with the College and Career Readiness Coordinator to align program goals and activities.
  • Promote The Wooden Floor’s Scholarship Program, tracking student progress.
  • Attend staff meetings and participate in professional development opportunities.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Collaborate with other Academic Advisors to manage attendance and follow-ups.
  • Be flexible and willing to take on additional duties as needed to support the cohort and program.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, education, humanities, or related fields, preferred.
  • Associate degree in social sciences, education, humanities, or related fields in process is acceptable.
  • Minimum of two years of experience working with children in social services, recreation, or after-school organizations.
  • Fluency in Spanish (oral and written) is a plus.
  • Ability to pass criminal background check.

COMPUTER & EQUIPMENT SKILLS:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to maintain and update electronic and paper student records.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Occasionally bend, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, handle objects, push/pull, and reach above shoulder level.
  • Frequently sit, walk, and use fine finger movements.
  • Occasionally lift and carry loads up to 25 pounds.

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to pass a criminal background check.
  • Assist with the execution of special events and activities as requested.
  • Collaborate with other staff members to ensure the smooth operation of all programs and services offered by The Wooden Floor.

Job Tags

Summer holiday, Work at office, Flexible hours,

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