Career Coach

The Role
As a Career Coach, you will serve as a key learning and support resource for our Graduation Candidates (GCs), helping them master the academic and career-readiness skills necessary for graduation and post-secondary success. You will guide students through a competency-based blended curriculum while leading the development of Personalized Learning Plans and supporting them in achieving academic milestones, career goals, and college or workforce readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Enrollment

• Support new student enrollment by participating in recruitment and outreach efforts
• Assist in the implementation of GC orientation
• Lead the development of Personalized Learning Plans (PLPs) tailored to each student’s unique goals
• Guide students in creating class schedules to meet attendance and academic requirements
• Assign courses in accordance with the PLP

Retention

• Collaborate with support teams to ensure consistent student attendance and engagement
• Actively participate in the Retention Cycle Protocol
• Address barriers that impede student participation in the academy
• Advocate for and support site-level incentive programs

Academics

• Schedule, coordinate, and oversee all local, state, and national standardized exams
• Develop and monitor post-secondary plans for students, including career and college pathways
• Facilitate workshops focused on career planning, job readiness, and life skills
• Support students in developing resumes, cover letters, and interview strategies
• Assist students with college applications, financial aid, and career research
• Maintain awareness of local workforce trends and incorporate relevant insights into student planning
• Build partnerships with career pathway programs, including job fairs, shadowing, and internship opportunities
• Provide academic and career counseling tailored to individual student needs

Advocacy

• Stay current on employment trends and workforce development resources
• Represent the academy at networking events and community functions
• Participate actively in academy-wide meetings and planning sessions
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support academy goals

What We’re Looking For
Education: Bachelor’s degree required, Masters' preferred
Certification: Florida educator’s license with a School Counseling endorsement highly preferred
Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience
Skills: Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills; a passion for mentoring and coaching youth
Passion: A deep commitment to supporting high school-aged students who have disengaged from traditional schooling and empowering them to achieve academic and personal breakthroughs

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
• Experience working in non-traditional or alternative education settings
• Familiarity with ESE (Exceptional Student Education), ELL (English Language Learners), and behavior intervention practices
• Experience in transcript review and understanding of graduation requirements
• Proficient with technology in educational settings
• Exposure to project-based learning, instructional coaching, competency-based education, or cross-disciplinary teaching

Why Join Us?

Being part of Acceleration Academies means joining a team dedicated to transforming student outcomes. Here, you’ll directly impact students’ lives, championing their growth, resilience, and path to graduation.

We Value Our Team’s Well-being

We prioritize the holistic well-being of our team members and their families through comprehensive total rewards:

Competitive Compensation: up to $55,000 + sign-on/retention bonus!!!

Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Company Paid Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance options are available to protect you and your loved ones.

Flexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging work-life balance

Wellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources

Employee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us grow our team

Professional Development: Certification reimbursement and learning opportunities

Bonus Opportunities: Celebrating milestones and achievements

Physical & Work Environment

The physical demands listed are those necessary for an employee to effectively fulfill the job's essential functions.

• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Work in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involve exposure to outdoor weather during events

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact and shaping the future of education, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in redefining what’s possible for students everywhere.

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Equal Opportunity Employer
Acceleration Academies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.