Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Position Overview

Novel Prep is seeking a Academic Advisor fluent in Mandarin, Korean, and English to support our diverse student and parent population. This role focuses on providing individualized academic advising, maintaining strong parent communication, and guiding students through academic planning within the U.S. education system.

The ideal candidate is student-centered, culturally competent, and experienced in academic advising or education services, with the ability to align students’ academic needs with appropriate Novel Prep programs and services.

Key Responsibilities

Provide academic advising to students in Mandarin, Korean, and English, based on student and parent needs

Support students with course selection, academic planning, goal setting, and progress monitoring

Conduct consultations with parents and families; communicate academic progress, concerns, and recommendations

Collaborate closely with teachers, program coordinators, and administrative staff to support student success

Introduce Novel Prep’s academic programs and educational products in alignment with students’ academic goals and needs

Recommend and guide families toward appropriate Novel Prep services, clearly explaining program value, structure, and expected outcomes

Support enrollment decisions by responding to program-related inquiries and coordinating with internal admissions or operations teams

Maintain accurate advising records, student reports, and individualized academic plans

Provide guidance on college preparation, enrichment opportunities, and academic pathways, as applicable

Required Qualifications

Professional fluency in Mandarin, Korean, and English (spoken and written)

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology, Linguistics, International Studies, or a related field

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with multicultural students and families

Experience in academic advising, counseling, education services, or student support (K–12 or higher education)

Ability to manage multiple student cases while maintaining attention to detail and documentation accuracy