Academic Counselor at Jalen Rose Leadership Academy - Professional Development Opportunities

Jalen Rose Leadership Academy 

Jalen Rose Leadership Academy | Detroit | Home of the JRLA Jaguars (jrladetroit.com)
Academic Counselor 

As an educator with Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, you are considered a guardian to our students (whom we refer to as scholars). Therefore, as an Academic Counselor, you will work with school faculty and staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and counseling program at school assigned. Counsel students to fully develop each student’s academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address the needs of special populations students. At JRLA, we have created a blended-learning model specifically designed to raise achievement for historically underserved scholars. We support your creativity and wholeheartedly encourage a rigorous, personalized, and well-rounded educational experience to meet the unique needs of each scholar in your classroom.

Established in 2011 by NBA Star Jalen Rose and Co-Founder Michael Carter, JRLA is located on the Northwest side of Detroit in the zip code where Jalen grew up. An open enrollment, tuition-free, public charter high school, JRLA provides a leadership-focused education to 420 scholars and nearly 900 alumni.  The mission is to empower all scholars to develop the strength of character, skills, and knowledge needed to matriculate, be great in, and graduate from college or a post-secondary program so that they have the opportunities to be successful in the competitive world and take care of themselves and the people they love. 
 
Built around a 9-16 model, JRLA has never wavered in its pursuit to improve the educational landscape for Detroit area youth. After 13 years of operations, JRLA remains steadfast in its commitment to not only get scholars to graduate from high school but for them to graduate from college or a post-secondary program as well – outcomes that are real game changers in urban education. With a 97% high school graduation rate, 100% college and post-secondary acceptance, and a leader among open enrollment high schools in Detroit for college matriculation (71% compared to a state average of 65%), JRLA knows the path to college and a successful future.
 
JRLA is authorized by Central Michigan University and managed by Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA), a transformative educational network working to create great schools and improve student outcomes. 

Essential Job Tasks:

Academic Development

• Advising a student on credits required to successfully complete the Michigan Merit Curriculum including monitoring transcripts to provide annual academic advising.
• Monitoring students’ overall academic performance and collaborating with staff members to develop necessary academic supports for students.
• Consulting with individual students/parents to discuss academic gaps and research potential supports or interventions.
• Delivering core curriculum lessons that are aligned to the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors standards that equip students with the necessary test-taking, time management and/or organization tools to be successful.
• Advising students on dual enrollment opportunities (when available)

• Through classroom, small group, and individual student planning, assisting students in developing a post-secondary plan, also known as an Educational Development Plan, that is required for all students.
• Providing resources to students to engage in career exploration opportunities.
• Delivering career assessments and core curriculum lessons aligned to the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors that assist students in identifying personal characteristics that lead to potential career opportunities.
• Assisting students in post-secondary research to identify training/educational opportunities that lead to the necessary skills/certifications/licensure to pursue a career.
• Facilitating college representative visits, military exploration opportunities and financial aid workshops/assistance for students and parents, as well as organizing and delivering college fairs.
• Advising students on potential Career and Technical Education opportunities that provide them with career exploration, work-based learning experiences and opportunities to earn certifications and credentials leading to entry-level employment.

• Providing responsive services to meet the needs of students, including individual, group and crisis response counseling. (including students who may be experiencing difficult life circumstances)
• Assisting students in developing positive relationships with peers and adults.
• Connecting students and families with community resources through referrals.
• Assisting students in developing healthy coping strategies and interpersonal communication skills for successful school and life transitions.
• Delivering core curriculum lessons aligned to the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors that equip students to become positive members of their school and community.

Advocacy and Leadership

• Advocating for school counseling programs and positive learning environments that focus on student learning and achievement by collaborating and connecting with teachers, administrators, staff, parents, and the community.
• Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Leading professional development activities for other educators.
• Providing leadership by articulating ways in which school counseling contributes to student achievement.

Assessment

• Coordinates the Advanced Academic testing program (PSAT, SAT, AP, ACT, ASVAB and GT) and maintain the confidentiality of student assessment.
• Interpret tests and other appraisal results appropriately and communicate to school personnel, students, and their parents.

• Using a data-driven approach to plan, develop, implement and evaluate school counseling programs, resources and services in support of the mission of the school counseling program within the school according to ASCA’s Ethical Standards for School Counselors and School Counselor Competencies.
• Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
•  Plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that they meet identified needs,  priorities, and program objectives.
• Implement a comprehensive and balanced guidance and counseling program and educate the school staff, parents, and community about the guidance program through a public  information program.
•  Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the guidance program and individual  activities and make changes based on findings.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other  documents.
• Implement required programs including character education, suicide prevention, dating violence,  etc.
• Assist and/or coordinate with special populations program
• Create student schedules and assist the leadership team in the development of the school master schedule

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• One of the following:
  • Preliminary School Counselor License (PSCL)
  • Michigan Teaching Certificate with the School Counselor (NT) endorsement
  • School Counselor License (SCL)
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Willingness to align your mission with the vision of JRLA's Core Values

Location: Jalen Rose Leadership Academy

Why should you apply?

• Priority Health Benefits Package
• Starting salary for all certified academic staff: $60,000.00
• Annual Merit Increase up to 5%
• Retention Bonuses up to $1,500.00
• Unused PTO Payout
• Longevity Bonuses (5 years $5K; 10 years $10K; 15 years $15K; 20 years $20K)
• Monthly Mental & Physical Wellness Events & Initiatives
• JRLA fringe benefits (birthday gifts, team building events, SWAG, unique experiences)

Who We Are:

JRLA is intentional about creating an environment centered on our school's values. Our core values are Family, Respect, Excellence, and Determination. Staff & scholars are recognized and rewarded for living our values. All school goals are aligned to the values, and our all-school annual events are aligned to our school's values. Our stakeholders and visitors all love the emphasis of the value of Family within our building. Finally, we are intentional about supporting our scholar and staff's social, emotional, and mental well-being! We host monthly events focused on improving our collective mental health and wellness.

PLA is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify in all states that require it.

Please read carefully.

Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.

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