Employment

Breakthrough Student Advisor

The Middle School Advisor provides year-round academic, social-emotional, and college-going support to a cohort of 7th and 8th grade BTC students. The Advisor builds strong relationships with students, families, and school partners; monitors data to identify needs and interventions; and plays a key role in BTC’s summer program operations and student support. This is a full-time BTC staff position, not an AmeriCorps term of service. At this time, this position primarily serves our students in Eastern Carver County.

Academic Year Responsibilities (September–May)

• Advise a caseload of approximately 75 -100 BTC students, maintaining regular, meaningful contact with each student.

• Conduct scheduled in-person check-ins at students’ schools at least once per month, using strengths-based, identity-affirming, and restorative approaches.

• Build relationships with school personnel (teachers, counselors, administrators) to support academic progress and social-emotional well-being.

• Monitor academic, attendance, and behavioral data to identify students needing support; implement or coordinate interventions and referrals.

• Communicate regularly with families about progress, expectations, and milestones, using accessible, culturally responsive communication.

• Keep accurate records of student contacts, school communications, and interventions in BTC’s data systems within established timelines.

• Attend and contribute to monthly Saturday Sessions and other BTC program events.

• Collaborate with colleagues (Academic Success Fellows, College Counselors) to support middle-to-high-school transitions and alignment.

• Other duties as assigned to advance BTC’s mission and program quality.

Summer Program Responsibilities (June–August)

• Serve as a program operations and student support lead for one or more grade-level cohorts during the summer program.

• Build and sustain professional relationships with students, families, Teaching Fellows, interns, Program Team members, and partners.

• Manage Summer Program Interns assigned to their grade level—onboarding, day-to-day guidance, and performance feedback with the Program Team.

• Plan and implement grade-level events and field trips with Summer Site Directors, ensuring safety, learning value, and smooth operations..

• Assist with additional summer tasks (family communication, data entry, behavior/support plans) as assigned.

Work Location: Twin Cities metro; Chaska + office

Compensation: Annual salary range: $45,000–$51,000, commensurate with experience. Full benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

To Apply: Complete application at this link. If you have any questions, please contact us at apply@breakthroughtwincities.org.