Academic Counselor at Jalen Rose Leadership Academy

Jalen Rose Leadership Academy 

Jalen Rose Leadership Academy | Detroit | Home of the JRLA Jaguars (jrladetroit.com)

As an educator with Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, you are
considered a guardian to our students (whom we refer to as scholars).
Therefore, as an Academic Counselor, you will work with school faculty
and staff, students, parents, and community to plan, implement, and
evaluate a comprehensive developmental guidance and academic counseling
program at JRLA. Counsel students to fully develop each
student’s academic, career, personal, and social abilities and address
the needs of special populations students.
 

Established in 2011 by NBA Star Jalen Rose and Co-Founder Michael
Carter, JRLA is located on the Northwest side of Detroit in the zip code
where Jalen grew up. An open enrollment, tuition-free, public charter
high school, JRLA provides a leadership-focused education to 420
scholars and nearly 900 alumni. The mission is to empower all
scholars to develop the strength of character, skills, and knowledge
needed to matriculate, be great in, and graduate from college or a
post-secondary program so that they have the opportunities to be
successful in the competitive world and take care of themselves and
the people they love.

Built around a 9-16 model, JRLA has never wavered in its pursuit to
improve the educational landscape for Detroit area youth. After 13
years of operations, JRLA remains steadfast in its commitment to not
only get scholars to graduate from high school but for them to graduate from college or
a post-secondary program as well – outcomes that are
real game changers in urban education. With a 97% high school
graduation rate, 100% college and post-secondary acceptance, and a
leader among open enrollment high schools in Detroit for college
matriculation (71% compared to a state average of 65%), JRLA knows
the path to college and a successful future.

JRLA is authorized by Central Michigan University and managed by
Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA), a transformative educational
network working to create great schools and improve student
outcomes.

Essential Job Tasks:

Academic Development

• Advising a student on credits required to successfully complete the Michigan Merit Curriculum including monitoring transcripts to provide annual academic advising.
• Monitoring students’ overall academic performance and collaborating with staff members to develop necessary academic supports for students.
• Consulting with individual students/parents to discuss academic gaps and research potential supports or interventions.
• Delivering core curriculum lessons that are aligned to the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors standards that equip students with the necessary test-taking, time management and/or organization tools to be successful.
• Advising students on dual enrollment opportunities (when available)

Career Development

• Through classroom, small group, and individual student planning, assisting students in developing a post-secondary plan, also known as an Educational Development Plan, that is required for all students
• Provide resources to students to engage in career exploration opportunities.
• Delivering career assessments and core curriculum lessons aligned to the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors that assist students in identifying personal characteristics that lead to potential career opportunities.
• Alongside the Postsecondary Success Team, help students identify training/educational opportunities that lead to the necessary skills/certifications/licensure to pursue a career.
• Advising students on potential Career and Technical Education opportunities that provide them with career exploration, work-based learning experiences and opportunities to earn certifications and credentials leading to entry-level employment.
•  Assisting students in developing positive relationships with peers and adults.
• Delivering core curriculum lessons aligned to the ASCA
• Mindsets & Behaviors that equip students to become positive members of their school and community.

Advocacy and Leadership

• Advocating for school counseling programs and positive learning environments that focus on student learning and achievement by collaborating and connecting with teachers, administrators, staff, parents, and the community.
• Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Leading professional development activities for other educators.
• Providing leadership by articulating ways in which school counseling contributes to student achievement.

Assessment

• Coordinates the Advanced Academic testing program (PSAT, SAT, AP, ACT, ASVAB and GT) and maintain the confidentiality of student assessment.
• Alongside the campus leadership team, interpret tests and other appraisal results appropriately and communicate to school personnel, students, and their parents.
• Program Management and Administration
• Using a data-driven approach to plan, develop, implement and evaluate school counseling programs, resources and services in support of the mission of the school counseling program within the school according to ASCA’s Ethical Standards for School

Counselors and School Counselor Competencies

• Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
• Plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that they meet identified needs, priorities, and program objectives.
• Implement a comprehensive and balanced guidance and counseling program and educate the school staff, parents, and community about the guidance program through a public information program.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the guidance program and individual activities and make changes based on findings.
• Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents.
• Implement required programs including bullying, suicide prevention, dating violence, etc.
• Assist and/or coordinate with special populations program
• Create student schedules and assist the leadership team in the development of the school master schedule

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree
• One of the following:
  • Preliminary School Counselor License (PSCL)
  • Michigan Teaching Certificate with the School Counselor (NT) endorsement
  • School Counselor License (SCL)
• Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
• Knowledge of counseling procedures, student appraisal, and career development
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
• Willingness to align your mission with the vision of JRLA's Core Values

Location: Jalen Rose Leadership Academy

Why should you apply?
Priority Health Benefits Package
Starting salary for all certified academic staff: $60,000.00
Annual COL Increase up to 5%
Retention Bonuses up to $3,000
Unused PTO Payout
Longevity Bonuses (5 years $5K; 10 years $10K; 15 years
$15K; 20 years $20K)
Monthly Mental & Physical Wellness Events & Initiatives
JRLA fringe benefits (birthday gifts, team building events,

Please read carefully.

Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.