Graduation Candidate Advocate

About the role

The 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. 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.

Key Responsibilities

• Enrollment
• Assist with the registration and enrollment process for new students.
• Provide comprehensive support during student orientation to set the stage for success.
• Retention and Attendance
• Act as a case manager for a designated cohort of students, monitoring and documenting regular attendance.
• Implement the Acceleration Academy Retention Protocol through proactive outreach (e.g., texts, calls, home visits).
• Identify root causes of disengagement and work to remove barriers not just complete outreach attempts.
• Utilize technology tools for efficient daily monitoring and maintenance of student attendance and retention records.
• Academics
• Deliver one-on-one academic support and interventions to facilitate student learning and complement the work of center professionals.
• Proctor unit tests one-on-one and support small group proctoring in the virtual school setting.
• Collaborate closely with the student support team to track learning pathways, monitor behavior, and implement transition plans, including incentive programs to bolster student achievement.
• Partner with team members to problem-solve student challenges and improve engagement outcomes.
• Engage in professional development activities to enhance academic support practices.
• Advocacy
• Advocate for students by assisting in identifying solutions and connecting them to academy staff for academic and non-academic support.
• Operations
• Provide daily operational support for the academy.
• Participate actively in academy meetings and school or community events.
• Support home visits and local travel, as needed, to re-engage students.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the academy.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Associate degree preferred, but equivalent experience in education, youth mentorship, or case management will be considered.
• Experience: 1+ year of relevant experience in educational support, case management, or working with at-risk youth.
• Skills: Strong relationship-building, excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Passion: A genuine commitment to supporting students who have disengaged from traditional schooling and a drive to help them succeed.
• Technology: Proficiency with learning management systems and educational technology tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual skills (Spanish preferred!)
• Experience in non-traditional educational settings.
• Comfort with project-based and competency-based learning approaches.

Why Join Us?

• We Value Our Team’s Well-being
• Competitive Compensation
• Retirement Savings
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Wellness Support
• Employee Referral Incentives
• Professional Development
• Bonus Opportunities

Physical & Work Environment

• Regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands
• Occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Work in a collaborative classroom or office setting and may involve exposure to outdoor weather during events
• Occasional travel between nearby academy sites may be required to support student needs or operational coverage

Third-Party Agency & Recruiter Notice for Acceleration Academies

Agencies 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Acceleration 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.

Essential Duties

• Consistent, reliable attendance during scheduled work hours
• On-site presence (for roles designated as in-person/onsite)
• Management of assigned workload and productivity expectations
• Ability to perform job functions in an open, student-centered workspace

Ready to Make a Difference?

If 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.