Position Title: Academic Advisor

Location: Sarnia, ON

Duration: Permanent

Posting Closes/Deadline: February 6, 2026

Tentative Interview Date(s): February 11-13, 2026

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Manager of Education, the Academic Advisor will build relationships with students to help them graduate from secondary school and explore their academic interests, as they transition from secondary school to post-secondary, trades, etc. Monitor student data and make connections to assist students in accessing services for academic, personal, and career counseling.

Responsibilities:

• Build Relationships with secondary students to ensure they are on track for graduation
• Explore potential career pathways and their related programs and prerequisites with secondary students suited to their interests and strengths
• Bring awareness to secondary students regarding Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program, assist with identifying specialized co-op placements, and aid students enrolling in such programs
• Bring awareness to the Aamjiwnaang post-secondary financial assistance program by visiting secondary schools prior to application deadlines
• Assist students with the online Datavan Student Information System (Outcomes), including submitting applications and documentation
• Work closely with the Post-Secondary Team to ensure secondary students have successful transition into their post-secondary institution
• Create and manage post-secondary budget, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, student payments, etc.
• Keep records of student data nd consents for long-term tracking and reporting
• Promote education content through social media channels
• Facilitate workshops to promote student learning and success, including but not limited to post-secondary preparation, Law Day, personal finance management, career exploration, etc.

Other:

• Other duties as assigned