# Academic Advisor

> Sizanid Staffing · United States (Remote) · Part-time · Posted 2026-05-28

**Workplace:** remote

**Department:** Clients

## Description

### About Our Client:

Our client, a growing and innovative educational organization, is seeking a dedicated and student-focused Academic Advisor to support students throughout their academic journey. This role involves providing academic guidance, assisting students with course selection and educational planning, and ensuring a positive and successful learning experience.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, an excellent communicator, and passionate about student success, engagement, and academic development.

### Key Responsibilities:

-   Provide academic guidance and support to prospective and current students.
-   Assist students with course selection, program information, and academic planning.
-   Monitor student progress and provide recommendations to improve academic performance and engagement.
-   Respond to student inquiries regarding academic programs, schedules, enrolment, and policies.
-   Maintain accurate student records, advising notes, and academic documentation.
-   Support student onboarding, orientation, and retention initiatives.
-   Collaborate with instructors, admissions teams, and administrative staff to support student success.
-   Identify students who may require additional academic or personal support and escalate appropriately.
-   Conduct follow-ups with students regarding academic progress and participation.
-   Assist with organizing workshops, academic events, and student support sessions.
-   Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and excellent student service standards.

## Requirements

### Qualifications & Skills:

-   Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, Business Administration, Communication, or a related field preferred.
-   Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in academic advising, student services, admissions, counseling, or education support roles.
-   Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
-   Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
-   Ability to build positive relationships with students from diverse backgrounds.
-   Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual communication tools.
-   Ability to work independently and manage multiple student cases effectively.
-   Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
-   Must be legally authorized to work in the USA or Canada.

### Preferred Qualifications:

-   Experience working within a college, academy, university, or online learning environment.
-   Familiarity with student information systems, learning management systems, or CRM platforms.
-   Experience supporting online or remote learners.
-   Background in student engagement, retention, or academic coaching is an advantage.

## Benefits

Compensation is $15- 20/hr

## Apply

[Apply at Sizanid Staffing](https://apply.workable.com/sizanid-staffing/j/CAB7C29661/apply)

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