Assistant Director Of Student Services

American Leadership Academy is now accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Student Services for our new Sierra Vista campus opening in the Fall of 2024. Candidates must possess a valid Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversees and directs campus Student Services department
• Coordinates with Campus Director and District to develop strategic plan and goals for Student Services department
• Serves as campus administrative lead for: enrollment; registration; student and course scheduling; academic counseling; graduation requirements; credit awarding; college admissions, testing, and scholarships; and post-high school transition
• Abides by policies as set forth by ALA Board, SIS and Academic Team
• Oversees campus enrollment process in coordination with the ALA district office
• Campus lead for campus tours and enrollment outreach programs
• Oversees campus registration process in coordination with district office
• Processes student transfers and ensures transfer students are on track to meet school and state requirements for graduation
• Oversees student and course scheduling
• Serves as campus lead for student academic scheduling
• Guides students to choose courses consistent with his/her interests, abilities and career plans
• Makes necessary schedule changes for individual students that are both appropriate for student abilities and aligned with educational and career plans
• Reviews and provides feedback to ALA Course Catalogs in coordination with the Director and the ALA Chief Academic Officer
• Coordinates with the district office to ensure all courses offered meet Arizona state requirements
• Oversees academic counseling
• Assists in planning and/or promotion of programs which enhance academic, social or emotional growth of Students (Career Fair, Graduation, scholarship opportunities etc.)
• Refers students and parents/guardians to appropriate school and community resources
• Meets with students on a routine basis to ensure on-track status to meet graduation requirements as outlined by district and state guidelines
• Monitors and meets with ‘at risk’ students as needed, and if appropriate, formulates plan of action for success involving students and parents
• Develops academic contracts and follow up with students as needed to ensure progress
• Leads / support campus programs that support student achievement
• Oversees student graduation requirements
• Serves as campus lead for graduation activities
• Ensures that students are aware of requirements for graduation and college admissions
• Prepares and validates lists of Students eligible to graduate
• Assists campus Director in preparation of diploma lists and identification of honor graduates for Honors Programs and Graduation
• Ensures transfer students are on track to meet school and state requirements for graduation
• Coordinates with Assistant Directors of Academics to manage dual-enrollment / con-current enrollment programs
• Administers campus programs for awarding course credit in coordination with the campus Director
• Monitors students’ attendance and administers credit withholding decision process for students with excessive absences
• Assesses on-line, home school, transfer, or other academic programs of transfer or new enrollments for awarding of credit toward programs
• Oversees programs supporting college admissions, testing, and scholarships
• Assists students with completion of college admissions and applications
• Schedules assessments related to post-secondary education (e.g., PSAT)
• Oversees programs supporting student post-high school transition
• Assists in development of post-secondary educational plans in accordance with interests, abilities and career plans
• Guides and counsels individuals and groups of Students through the development of education and career plans (ECAP)
• Schedules assessment related to post-secondary education (eg., ASVAB)
• Compiles and submits student College Career Readiness Indicator (CCRI) to the Arizona Department of Education as appropriate

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education/Psychology/School Counseling (or related field)
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Preferred Requirements:

• Master's Degree in School Counseling
• Valid AZ Teaching Certificate with School Counselor Endorsement
• At least 5 years experience in a 7-12 environment providing academic counseling services

American Leadership Academy offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401k investment options including employer contributions.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired salary?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Sierra Vista, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person