Academic Advisor- Remote

About the position Responsibilities • Collect and/or review records and transcripts of incoming students to assist with the creation of accurate and complete course schedules for admission. • Develop initial course schedules and/or assist LSS counselors with developing initial course schedules. • Establish and maintain positive working relationships with students and parents/guardians through meaningful, personalized, frequent communications. • Actively troubleshoot and assist students and families with challenges encountered during enrollment and/or re-enrollment. • Collaborate across departments to ensure students receive the highest level of support. • Engage in weekly collaboration sessions with academic teams, student support teams, and counselors. • Process schedule changes and extensions throughout enrollment. • Participate collaboratively and professionally in school-wide meetings, events, communications, and activities. • Engage in ongoing professional development and strive for continuous improvement. • Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and staff. Requirements • Bachelor's degree in applicable field required. • Minimum of 2 years' experience working in an academic setting supporting students. • Excellent skills with word processing, productivity, communication, and educational technology tools. • Strong analytical, interpretive, evaluative, and constructive thinking, and organizational skills. • Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. • Access to dependable and high-quality internet and a quiet work space. Nice-to-haves • Expertise with G-Suite, Learning Management Systems, and Student Information Systems strongly preferred. Benefits • Full-time, year-round salaried position. • Potential for more than 40 hours a week.