What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bilingual Korean Academic Advisor position at NOVEL PREP?
Benefits:
The Bilingual Korean Academic Advisor at Novel Prep plays a vital role in supporting student achievement while fostering strong partnerships with families. This position combines academic counseling, student success planning, and relationship-based enrollment support.
The Advisor works closely with Korean-speaking families to deliver culturally responsive guidance, develop individualized academic strategies, and contribute to student retention and program growth.
Key Responsibilities
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
The Bilingual Korean Academic Advisor at Novel Prep plays a vital role in supporting student achievement while fostering strong partnerships with families. This position combines academic counseling, student success planning, and relationship-based enrollment support.
The Advisor works closely with Korean-speaking families to deliver culturally responsive guidance, develop individualized academic strategies, and contribute to student retention and program growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Student & Family Advising
- Provide comprehensive academic counseling to students and parents, helping them navigate educational planning, skill development, and college preparation.
- Conduct initial consultations to assess academic history, strengths, and goals
- Design customized learning plans and course pathways
- Guide families through short- and long-term academic decision-making
- Support students in building effective study habits and academic confidence
- Academic Monitoring & Student Success
- Ensure students remain on track toward their objectives through ongoing evaluation and proactive support.
- Review academic progress and performance metrics regularly
- Identify obstacles to learning and recommend appropriate interventions
- Partner with instructors and staff to coordinate academic resources
- Adjust academic plans as needed to optimize student outcomes
- Enrollment Support & Retention
- Contribute to organizational growth by delivering a high level of service to both prospective and current families.
- Lead consultations for new families to introduce programs and services
- Support enrollment conversations and program matching
- Manage renewals and maintain strong retention rates
- Recommend enrichment opportunities aligned with student needs
- Build lasting relationships that encourage referrals and continued engagement
- Communication & Record Management
- Maintain clear, timely, and professional communication to ensure families stay informed and supported.
- Provide regular updates on student progress
- Document advising interactions and maintain organized records
- Prepare reports and follow-up summaries
- Address questions and concerns promptly and courteously
- Professional Development & Compliance
- Uphold high professional standards while continuing to strengthen advising expertise.
- Stay current on academic trends, college admissions processes, and counseling best practices
- Participate in training and skill development initiatives
- Follow company policies regarding confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Business, or a related field
- Fluency in Korean and English (verbal and written)
- 1–2 years of experience in academic advising, student services, counseling, or consultative sales
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse families and cultural backgrounds
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management abilities
Salary : $4,500 - $6,000