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Partnering with school districts nationwide, our dropout recovery and student re-engagement programs are supported by cutting-edge technology and a commitment to compassionate, impactful teaching.\nThe Role\nThe Graduation Candidate Advocate is at the heart of our mission, building meaningful relationships with students to support their journey toward earning their high school diploma. Graduation Candidate Advocates act as mentors and advocates, providing both academic and non-academic support while fostering an environment where students feel valued and empowered.\nThis role is highly relationship-driven and persistence-focused, requiring consistent outreach, problem-solving, and a commitment to understanding and removing barriers that prevent students from attending and progressing. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to build experience in education, student support, or case management.\nKey Responsibilities\nEnrollment\nAssist with the registration and enrollment process for new students.\nProvide comprehensive support during student orientation to set the stage for success.\nRetention and Attendance\nAct as a case manager for a designated cohort of students, monitoring and documenting regular attendance.\nImplement the Acceleration Academy Retention Protocol through proactive outreach (e.g., texts, calls, home visits).\nIdentify root causes of disengagement and work to remove barriers not just complete outreach attempts\nUtilize technology tools for efficient daily monitoring and maintenance of student attendance and retention records.\nAcademics\nDeliver one-on-one academic support and interventions to facilitate student learning and complement the work of center professionals.\nProctor unit tests one-on-one and support small group proctoring in the virtual school setting.\nCollaborate closely with the student support team to track learning pathways, monitor behavior, and implement transition plans, including incentive programs to bolster student achievement.\nPartner with team members to problem-solve student challenges and improve engagement outcomes\nEngage in professional development activities to enhance academic support practices. \nAdvocacy\nAdvocate for students by assisting in identifying solutions and connecting them to academy staff for academic and non-academic support. \nOperations\nProvide daily operational support for the academy,\nParticipate actively in academy meetings and school or community events.\nSupport home visits and local travel, as needed, to re-engage students\nPerform additional duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the academy. \nWhat We’re Looking For\nEducation: Associate degree preferred, but equivalent experience in education, youth mentorship, or case management will be considered.\nExperience: 1+ year of relevant experience in educational support, case management, or working with at-risk youth.\nSkills: Strong relationship-building, excellent communication, adaptability, high energy, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. We're looking for someone who brings fresh ideas for student engagement and a genuine enthusiasm for the work.\nPassion: A genuine commitment to supporting students who have disengaged from traditional schooling and a drive to help them succeed.\nTechnology: Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technology tools.\nPreferred Qualifications\nBilingual skills (Spanish preferred!)\nExperience in non-traditional educational settings.\nComfort with project-based and competency-based learning approaches. \nWhy Join Us?\nBeing part of Acceleration Academies means joining a team that’s dedicated to transforming student outcomes. Here, you’ll directly impact students’ lives, championing their growth, resilience, and path to graduation.\nWe Value Our Team’s Well-being\nWe prioritize the holistic well-being of our team members and their families through comprehensive benefits:\nCompetitive Compensation: S tarting at $18.00 an hour\nRetirement Savings: 401(k) plan with up to a 4% company match to help secure your future.\nComprehensive 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.\nFlexible Paid Time Off: Encouraging a healthy work-life balance through adaptable FTO.\nWellness Support: Employer-paid financial wellness programs and access to mental health resources.\nEmployee Referral Incentives: Rewarding you for helping us build a talented team.\nProfessional Development: Certification reimbursement programs to invest in your growth.\nBonus Opportunities: Celebrating milestones and achievements with performance-based bonuses.\nPhysical & Work Environment\nRegularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands\nOccasionally lift up to 20 pounds\nWork in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involve exposure to outdoor weather during events\nOccasional travel between nearby academy sites may be required to support student needs or operational coverage\nReady to Make a Difference?\nIf 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.\nThird-Party Agency & Recruiter Notice for Acceleration Academies\nAgencies presenting candidates must have an active, nonexpired Master Services Agreement and be formally engaged by an Acceleration Academies Recruiter. Resumes submitted outside these terms will be considered the property of Acceleration Academies.\nEqual Opportunity Employer\nAcceleration 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.\nAll roles at Acceleration Academies include core responsibilities that are fundamental to student success and overall academy operations. Applicants should carefully review the job description to ensure they can meet these requirements. 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