About Job

Venture Academy is seeking a full-time Career and College Counselor for the high school for the 25-26 school year.

About the Position:

Venture Academy is a small 6th-12th grade charter school in Southeast Minneapolis. At Venture Academy, we provide a future-focused education to enrich our students. Our student-centered approach meets students where they are at. We are driven by our mission: students overcome whatever barriers they may face to become successful and happy adults in their chosen path.

Qualifications desired (but not limited to):

Bachelor’s degree
Demonstrated success working with students (preferably low-income and students of color)
Knowledge and understanding of Minnesota K-12 Academic Standards
Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with peers
Willingness to receive coaching and instructional feedback
Experience working with students with disabilities
Experience working with Multi-Language Learners
Knowledge of the IEP process and requirements
Flexibility and willingness to contribute when necessary on projects outside of own department
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills
exceptional time management skills and demonstrated ability to multitask
Strong working knowledge in all Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Google Suite
Bilingual (English/Spanish): Not required, but preferred.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to)
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Advise and assist the junior class to create college lists and prepare for the college application process
Teach seminar class Q1 of the school year: create a curriculum that encompasses Career and College planning. This class needs to be accessible to all Venture Academy Seniors.
Advise and assist the senior class to apply for career and college opportunities, supporting the application and acceptance process.
Collaborate weekly with student Advisors and Case Managers to support students
Manage PSEO application process with support of the Academic Dean
Support summer program application process for the sophomore and junior class with support of the Academic Dean.
Support Students registering for the ACT at locally approved sites
In collaboration with Career and College Counselor, CTE Teacher, and Director of Future Focused Learning, expose students 9 - 12 to a variety of Career and Technical Education opportunities through tours, visits, and speakers
Work with the Director of Future Focused Learning and the CTE teacher to plan the H.S 101 curriculum and support the class as needed.

Build and maintain our summer program opportunities database (both national and local opportunities)
Identify local summer program opportunities/partners

Collaborate with Middle School teaching and advisory staff to plan appropriate career and college exposure activities
Yearly grade level event/assembly participation to make a connection with 6-12th grade

Work closely with advisors, teachers, case managers and support staff
Attend weekly PD and meetings
Participate in a selection of after-school events throughout the school year
Attend IEP Meetings

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

To apply: send a resume, cover letter, and 3 letters of recommendation to careers@ventureacademies.org

Venture Academy welcomes and is committed to equal treatment for all individuals. Venture does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or local Human Rights Commission activity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

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