College & Career Intervention Coach at Oakside Prep Academy 2026-27 School Year
About The Position
Oakside Prep Academy, located in Waterford Township, MI, is seeking a College & Career Intervention Coach for the 2026-27 School Year. This K-12 school, established in 2013, offers a unique environment for staff collaboration and consistently outperforms local districts on state assessments. The school provides a supportive coaching model for new staff, access to best-in-class curriculum, and a secure working environment under seasoned leadership. Oakside Prep Academy has been recognized as Detroit’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For and Partner of the Year for the Pontiac Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Requirements
- B.A. or higher, from an accredited college or university
- Knowledge of general computer systems and applications
- ability to travel to regional professional development trainings
- effective communication skills – in writing and in-person
- ability to work independently and manage time and tasks
- ability to collaborate with district and building colleagues, families, and community partners.
Nice To Haves
- School Counselor License (SCL) or School Counselor Endorsement (NT) preferred
- Supervisory experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop activities and interventions to support the growth of student academic skills, soft skills, and career/college readiness skills; developing student mindsets and behaviors that lead to success.
- Collaborate with school staff and community stakeholders to define the needs and barriers facing students.
- Uphold the integrity of the college preparatory mission of the school by providing support, experiences, and resources that give students access to college opportunities.
- Host college representative visits, organize college campus visits and stay apprised of developments in college admission practices.
- Provide a variety of college advising services to students, including individual student meetings, classroom lessons, and college preparation events.
- Provide Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions to ensure college going needs are met for first generation, and/or at-risk students.
- Coach students and families through the financial aid process, ensuring graduating students and their families complete FAFSA and understand the cost of college as well as the opportunities to make college more affordable.
- Track student college application progress, college acceptances, and scholarship awards.
- Provide required college application documents including transcripts, school profiles, and recommendations.
- Monitor student progress towards all required graduation outcomes.
- Additional fair share responsibilities as assigned.
- Light travel is required for professional development meetings and college campus visits.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits at affordable rates
- Supportive coaching model with new staff paired with a teacher mentor
- Ensure a secure and safe working environment
- Benefit from seasoned and supportive leadership
- Access to best-in-class curriculum with advanced instructional tools and resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
