CCU Academy Student Success Advisor

Colorado Christian University•Lakewood, CO

46d•Remote

About The Position

The vision of the Colorado Christian University (CCU) Academy is to provide affordable online general education courses for high school students to help cut costs for families, prepare students for college, and provide an avenue for high school students to graduate with a high school diploma, CCU college credit, and even an associate's degree at the same time when they choose to pursue the A.A. in Liberal Arts track. The CCU Academy Student Success Advisor position is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Online Dual Enrollment Manager. The purpose of the Student Advisor role is to guide and support students through the CCU Academy processes, including Dual Credit, Online Dual Enrollment and the A.A. degree, and equip these students to achieve academic success and thrive in achieving their academic goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required
Two-three years experience working in Christian higher education is preferred.
Passion for helping students succeed, thrive, and develop educational skills to guide them through their future higher education goals.
Ability to be a self-starter, personable, organized, and a team player with strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to balance multiple priorities and a large number of meetings in a very fast-paced environment, especially during high-demand periods of a semester.
Ability to adapt quickly and cheerfully to changing priorities and processes with an enjoyment of learning, being stretched professionally, and creative problem solving.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, experience using and maintaining a shared database system, and a willingness to learn new software technology.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Student Development, Education, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for CCU Academy students, providing guidance and support throughout the student journey in Dual Credit, Online Dual Enrollment, and A.A. degree programs.
Advise students on academic requirements, course selection, and progression toward program completion, ensuring alignment with CCU Academy standards and degree pathways.
Proactively monitor student performance, identify barriers to success, and point students to academic support resources.
Foster relationships with students, families, and partner school administrators to promote clear communication, program awareness, and student success.
Guide students in setting academic goals, developing study strategies, and cultivating skills for thriving in a college-level environment.
Maintain accurate student records, track progress, and prepare reports on student retention, completion, and overall success metrics.
Collaborate with the Online Dual Enrollment Manager and other CCU Academy staff to enhance advising practices, program resources, and student engagement initiatives.
Support orientation and onboarding processes for new students and families, ensuring a smooth transition into CCU Academy programs.
Stay current with institutional policies, program requirements, and best practices in student advising to effectively support students.
Support CCU's Student Life department through involvement in campus wide programming, committees, and events.
Perform other duties in support of programs and student success, as assigned.