Position Type:
Athletics & Activities
Date Posted:
7/23/2026
Location:
Ashland High School
Date Available:
upon hire
Closing Date:
open until filled
Position: Academic Advisor; Temporary
Work Site: Ashland High School
Qualifications: Current ASD employee. Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for performing the tasks listed.
Salary: $3,555- $4,503 *2025-26 Salary Schedule* (2026-27 Salary Schedule to be determined)
Start Date: Upon hire
Posting Deadline: open until filled
JOB SUMMARY
Assist students in meeting minimum academic standards for eligibility to participate in extra-curricular activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.
1. Monitor grades of all students who are required to meet minimum academic standards for eligibility to participate in extra-curricular activities on a weekly basis.
2. Work with participants who are at risk for not meeting academic eligibility standards to develop individualized plans to improve their performance in the classroom.
3. Monitor and adjust individual improvement plans as needed.
4. Communicate with teachers of students under his or her tutelage to get specific data for areas of improvement.
5. Supervise extra-curricular study session 2 to 3 times per week.
6. Connect identified students with adult and peer tutors for assistance.
7. Keep adult supervisors of various extra-curricular activities informed of the academic progress of the participants in their programs.
8. Work with parents of identified students to share information and mutually support goals.
9. Work directly with Athletic Director and office staff to develop the extra-curricular academic program.
10. Work with counseling department to make sure all students are registered for at least 5 classes.
11. Work with front office to monitor attendance of athletes.
12. Act as liaison between academic and extra-curricular programs.
13. Identify students who are involved in extra-curricular programs with a grade point average of 3.5 or higher for recognition.
14. Tabulate team grade point averages for recognition.
15. Performs such other related tasks and responsibilities as may be required from time-to-time.
16. Attends work regularly and is punctual.
17. Follows and maintains knowledge of all applicable District policies and procedures.
18. Annually pass the District's required online training by the District's assigned due-date.
19. While working collaboratively with others, implements decisions within ASD established policies and procedures.
20. Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with parents, community, staff and students and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We believe that every individual makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited to assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to define primary duties, qualifications, and job scope but should not limit the incumbent or organization to work identified. It is our expectation that every employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the district's goals.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
All school employees have some responsibility for supervising students and assisting in maintaining a safe environment.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
1. Current ASD employee
2. Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for performing the tasks listed.
3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others, including understanding and being understood. While much of the work will be completed in an office environment, the employee will need to move between buildings, visiting sites throughout the district. This position requires the use of a variety of digital systems, software, and hardware. This position may require some travel outside the district.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but occasionally high depending upon activities. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions. Employee may be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.
VALUES
The district is focused on eliminating systemic racism and its impact on student learning. ASD is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all its educational and employment activities. The district prohibits discrimination based on race; national or ethnic origin; color; sex; religion; age; sexual orientation; gender expression or identity; pregnancy; marital status; familial status; economic status or source of income; mental or physical disability or perceived disability; or military service. Ashland Public Schools is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any speci?c terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable, pursuant to relevant Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Ashland School District appreciates the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups and their roles in society. It is the policy of the Ashland School District Board of Education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups on the grounds of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity, in any educational programs, activities or employment.
Family and Medical Leave Rights:
English: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf
Spanish: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlasp.pdf
