Assistant Director of Student Success - Arkansas Connections Academy

Job DetailsDescriptionCompany SummaryArkansas Connections Academy (ARCA) is a tuition-free, virtual public charter school serving students in grades K-12 statewide. ARCA is authorized by the Arkansas Charter Authorizing Panel and the State Board of Education and is governed by an independent Board of Directors. The school contracts with Connections Education to provide its educational program and other services. ARCA is accredited by the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), which are accrediting divisions of Cognia.Arkansas Connections Academy strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of the people we serve. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.Position Summary And ResponsibilitiesWorking remotely from your home office, the Assistant Director of Student Success will support the Director of Student Success in developing and implementing a comprehensive Student Success Program that promotes academic achievement, personal development, and future-readiness for all students. A key focus of this role will be career coaching, including the oversight and coordination of career pathways, diploma planning, and early college credit programs such as concurrent enrollment and dual credit opportunities. The Assistant Director will also support in managing daily operations of the Student Success Team, supervise staff, and lead initiatives that support student engagement, graduation readiness, and college and career transitions.The Job Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited ToLead the implementation and monitoring of individualized Career Pathway Plans aligned to student interests and regional workforce demands.Guide students and families in understanding diploma options, including monitoring and support of students working towards diplomas of merit or distinction.Coordinate student enrollment in concurrent credit and dual enrollment programs, working in collaboration with local colleges, technical centers, and community partners.Ensure students are scheduled appropriately to meet pathway and diploma requirements and receive credit for completed college-level coursework.Monitor student progress in career-aligned pathways and ensure documentation is current within Student Success Plans and four-year graduation plans.Provide training and support to staff on career advising, pathway structures, and college and career readiness standards.Assist with the development of college and career readiness resources, including virtual workshops, post-secondary planning guides, and ACT prep tools.Supervise a designated team of Student Success Coaches and Counselors, conducting bi-weekly check-ins, providing feedback, and ensuring performance targets are met.Support the Director in planning and delivering ongoing professional development and strategic initiatives that advance student success outcomes.Collaborate on initiatives to promote college and career readiness.Other Duties as assigned.QualificationsRequired Licensure: Arkansas Teaching, Counseling, or Administrative LicenseAdvanced degree in Counseling, Education, or Educational LeadershipMinimum 3 years of experience in a school leadership, academic advising, or student support roleStrong knowledge of diploma pathways, career coaching frameworks, and early college credit systems preferredSupervisory or team leadership experience strongly preferredWillingness to travel for school events and state testing (includes occasional overnight travel)Ability to work some evening hours to support families and studentsSkills And CompetenciesMust reside within the state of Arkansas or live 300 miles from Bentonville, ARStrong understanding of career and college readiness standards, workforce development, and advising best practicesAbility to design and implement career coaching frameworks and track student progress through academic and career pathwaysExcellent communication, collaboration, and team supervision skillsTechnologically proficient (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite)Strong organizational skills and data-driven decision-making abilitiesDemonstrated ability to develop and deliver student and staff-facing resources and trainingHigh degree of flexibility, initiative, and professionalismMust be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication