About this role
Background
The Foster-Glocester Regional School Department (FGRSD) has been awarded a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Rural Health Transformation Grant by the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE). This initiative is funded via the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) to build sustainable healthcare workforce pipelines in designated rural communities.
FGRSD is seeking a qualified applicant for an Academic Advisor to lead the multi-year career and academic planning for the expansion of our Allied Health programs and a 6-12 Career Exploration Framework. This role ensures students develop clear academic pathways, transition smoothly through grades 6–12, and prepare for postsecondary success through college, career, and CTE opportunities.
The 6–12 Academic Advisor for the Project Thrive Grant provides comprehensive academic, postsecondary, and career guidance to middle and high school students. The Academic Advisor works closely with the Director of Student Supports, school counselors, parents, CTE educators, classroom teachers, the athletic department, post-secondary institutions, and community partners to align academic plans with student career interests and collegiate eligibility requirements.
Qualifications will be determined and the position will be filled through an application and/or interview process.
A State and Federal BCI check, with no disqualifying remarks, is required for all new employees in the Foster-Glocester Regional School District.
Foster-Glocester Regional Schools reserves the right to withdraw a job posting / offer if it deems it is in the best interest of the district to do so.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, School Counseling, Human Services, or a closely related field required.
Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of educational experience
Key Responsibilities
College, Career, and Postsecondary Planning
Guide 6–12 students through multi-year career and post-secondary planning processes.
Assist students with college planning and post secondary opportunities and plan potential workshops or site visits.
Assist with identifying work-based learning opportunities.
Provide workshops to students on:
College Essay Writing: Brainstorming, drafting, and refining compelling personal statements.
Interview Skills: Mock interviews, professional communication, and self-advocacy.
Resume Building: Structuring academic, extracurricular, and work experiences effectively.
Workplace Etiquette: Professional communication, networking, digital citizenship, and soft skills.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of NCAA Eligibility Center guidelines to advise student-athletes on core-course requirements, GPA/test requirements, and college athletic enrollment processes.
Career & Technical Education (CTE) & Middle School Alignment
Support the implementation and extension of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs across grades 6–12.
Translate state and national CTE industry standards into actionable pathway planning for middle and high school students.
Collaborate with middle school school counselor and educators to align grades 6–8 curricula with career exploration, technical skills development, and high school CTE entry points.
Facilitate early career awareness initiatives to help middle schoolers connect academic learning to future workforce trends.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Coordination
Collaborate directly with the Director of Student Supports to align grant-funded advisory goals with overall school district student support systems.
Work with educators and instructional leaders to integrate CTE content and postsecondary readiness skills into core academic coursework.
Maintain flexibility in schedule to attend CTE conferences, workshops, related meetings.
Engage parents and guardians through workshops, informational meetings, and progress updates regarding postsecondary planning and grant-supported services.
Coordinate with industry partners (Pappas) and other health related stakeholders to incorporate opportunities for students to explore healthcare related fields.
Perform other duties, projects, and special initiatives as assigned by leadership to support the evolving needs of the district and grant program goals.
Grant Monitoring & Program Administration
Track and document student participation, milestone completion, and postsecondary outcomes as required by the Project Thrive Grant.
Maintain schedule flexibility to remain actively available during standard school day hours and summer hours through June 30, 2027.
Key Skills
Strong public speaking and workshop facilitation abilities.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and multi-stakeholder coordination skills.
Proficiency with educational technology platforms, Student Information Systems (SIS), and data tracking
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Interested persons are to submit a letter of intent, resume, three letters of recommendation, and other pertinent qualifications before the posted closing date.
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.