Draper - Secondary Academic Advisor
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The job in short
Secondary school academic and college access advisor.
Details
- Found
- 14 d ago · posted 2026-10-06
- Location as listed
- Draper, UT, USA
- Role
- Teacher / Tutor
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: Draper 3 - Draper, UT, Salary Range: Undisclosed, School Year: 2026 - 2027
Location: Draper, UT
Job Summary: The Secondary Academic Advisor guides students in academic planning, college and career exploration, and post-high school education. The position works with students and families to support academic progress, college access, financial aid, scholarships, and successful post-secondary transitions.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The position includes but is not limited to the following list of representative duties:
Advise students experiencing academic or attendance challenges
Conduct College and Career Readiness activities and support students and families with academic planning
Work individually with seniors to support successful college and post-secondary transitions
Assist with FAFSA nights, College Week, UCAW, ACT/SAT testing, and other college access activities
Coordinate college and career exploration activities and connect students with colleges, resources, and support programs
Maintain current college access information, scholarship databases, and financial aid resources
Assist students with college and scholarship applications, financial aid, fee waivers, and deadlines
Arrange college visits and opportunities for students to meet with college advisors
Support low-income, low-achieving, DACA, and undocumented students with college access resources
Maintain knowledge of current scholarship, financial aid, and college access requirements
Collaborate with counselors, administrators, teachers, and families to support student success
Other duties as assigned
Schedule:
Typical schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (hours may vary based on campus or department needs)
Benefits:
Medical, dental, vision, and participation in a 401(k) match
Up to 5 days PTO
School and Summer breaks off
Priority enrollment for daycare and school age children
Professional development and alternate paths to licensure
Qualifications: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
Knowledge of secondary student development and academic needs
Knowledge of college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, FAFSA, and post-secondary planning
Ability to work effectively with students and families from diverse backgrounds
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a helping profession preferred
Related experience in academic advising, counseling, college access, or student support preferred
Bilingual Spanish preferred
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