Middle/High School Academic Counselor

Position: Middle/High School Academic Counselor 

Reports To: Director of Counseling and High School Principal 

Schedule: 52 Weeks (2 days/week in the summer)

Benefits: Full Benefit Eligible

 Job  Summary

Rejoice Christian School seeks a Christ-centered Academic Counselor to serve students in grades 6–12. This role provides comprehensive academic advising, testing coordination, college and career readiness programming, and Advanced Placement (AP) coordination. The Academic Counselor partners with families, faculty, learning services, and administration to support students’ academic success, postsecondary planning, and spiritual growth in alignment with the mission, vision, and Portrait of a graduate of Rejoice Christian School. The Academic Counselor will promote a positive school culture through visibility, relationship-building, and engagement in student activities.

Required & Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required

Preferred: M.Ed. in School Counseling with valid school counseling certification (or ability to obtain, if applicable)

Experience with secondary academic advising, testing coordination, and college admissions processes preferred

Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills

Commitment to Christian education and the mission of Rejoice Christian School

Proficiency in Google Workspace and school SIS platforms

Job Duties

Academic Advising & Scheduling

Provide academic advising and course planning for students in grades 6–12 

Monitor student progress toward graduation requirements

Support academic success plans and interventions as needed

College & Career Readiness

College & Career readiness programming

Coordinate dual credit programs and partnerships

Coordinate Tulsa Tech enrollment, communication, and compliance

Plan and host college and career fairs

Support NCAA and NAIA eligibility registration and compliance

Distribute and communicate scholarship opportunities to students and families

Testing & Assessment Coordination

Coordinate, administer, and interpret student assessments and serve as AP Coordinator

Physical and Safety Requirements:

This is a safety-sensitive position; employees may be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing.

Ability to stand, walk, and move around the campus for extended periods.

Lift and move classroom materials (up to 25–30 lbs).

Bend, kneel, and reach to assist students or access materials.

Assist in conducting safety inspections, fire drills, lockdowns, and severe weather procedures to ensure a secure learning environment.

Monitor the campus to maintain a safe, structured, and Christ-centered atmosphere for students and staff.

Collaborate with faculty, administration, and security personnel to manage and mitigate potential risks.

Additional Expectations:

Uphold and model the values and mission of Rejoice Christian School.

Attend and actively participate in school-wide events, including chapel services, assemblies, and fundraisers.

Support extracurricular programs and other school initiatives as needed.

Demonstrate flexibility in taking on additional responsibilities to support the school community.