Academic Advisor

Job Description

Job Description

LCA is accepting applications for the position of Academic Advisor with a start date as early as January 2026 or when the position is filled. Serving in the Academic Advising Department which supports all Grades 9-11 students, an Academic Advisor supports students and all programmatic areas that fall within the Academic Advising program. Academic Advising prepares students for College Advising conversations that begin in the latter part of Grade 11. Academic Advisors report to the Dean of Student Academics and Enrichment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching

Teach 8-week Freshman Study Strategies course & Sophomore Workshop using YouScience Aptitude Assessment.

Coordinate and Lead Freshman Orientation program and Grade 9 Community Service Day

Student Advising

Track student academic progress and identify academic performance trends (both positive and negative)

Conduct Root Cause Analysis for performance deficiencies & coach executive functioning skills

Identify and coordinate exploration and enrichment opportunities for students

Demonstrate knowledge of developing a strategic student profile for college applications

Interface with parents, teachers and school counselor regarding student academic progress

Career Exploration Trip Program (CET)

Assist in scheduling, coordinating and chaperoning various Career Exploration Trips

Facilitate student follow up conversations after each CET

QUALIFICATIONS

Passion for LCA’s mission

High integrity and role model

Expertise in teaching and executive functioning coaching

Familiarity with SPED processes, preferred

Familiarity with the college application landscape, preferred

Self-starter and team player

Experience working with teenagers

Comfortable communicating with parents

Skilled at multitasking with efficient time management

Managing multiple priorities

Attention to detail & processes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong knowledge of Google Drive applications, computer skills

5+ years work experience

Bachelor’s degree, required

SCHEDULE & WORKING CONDITIONS

This is a full-time, 10 month position on the Academic work cycle.