Pella Hill Academic Advisor

Mission Statement

The mission of Pella Hill Virtual Academy is to provide high-quality education grounded in Evangelical Christian values.

Vision Statement

The Vision of Pella Hill Virtual Academy is to impact the world, country, communities, and families by educating, maturing, and releasing students into their communities who reflect the character of Jesus.

Statement of Faith

We believe in the authority and infallibility of the Bible as the inspired Word of God. We affirm the historical doctrines of the Christian faith, including the Trinity, the Deity of Jesus Christ, His virgin birth, atoning death, bodily resurrection, and His future return. We uphold the necessity of personal faith in Jesus Christ for salvation and the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of the believer. We are committed to living out the teachings of Scripture in our daily lives, honoring God through our words, actions, and relationships.

General Description

Pella Hill Virtual Academy is seeking a candidate who would like to become a part of a team of educators who prayerfully and skillfully develop students’ attitudes, skills, and subject competencies that will contribute to their spiritual development as mature, able, and responsible Christians.

Spiritual Expectations and Qualifications

We are seeking a part-time Academic Advisor who will be a mature, sincere, evangelical Christ follower who feels called by God to the position. We seek confirmation from our candidates that they:

• Have received Jesus Christ as their personal Savior
• Believe that the Bible is God’s Word and standard for faith and daily living
• Agree with Pella's Statement of Faith and Christian philosophy of education

Core Essentials

Pella Hill employees shall reflect the purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ in every every activity, such as:

• Agreement and acceptance of expectations of Pella Hill staff, as outlined in the school’s Staff Handbook
• Cooperate with the Board of Directors and administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school
• Placing duties ahead of other hobbies, jobs, or volunteer activities during Pella hours
• Maintaining a personal appearance that aligns with school policy
• Using acceptable English in written and oral communication; speaking with clear articulation
• Demonstrating the character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and punctuality
• Representing Pella Hill favorably and professionally to parents, students, and the general public

Primary Functions    

• Create and maintain high school academic 4-year plan for each student in grades 9-12
  • Begin in eighth grade 
  • Review the plan every year with students and parents 
• Work with students for post-secondary planning 
• Survey colleges and know admission standards 
• Survey military options and understand admission standards 
• Understand dual credit options 
• Develop a program that probes issues for Christian students taking dual credit college courses 
• Meet individually with students taking dual credit (weekly) 
• Help students register for the ACT/SAT 
• Facilitate and track students who need and have taken the Civics Exam 
• Become the School Assessment Coordinator for the ACT and Forward exams 
• Coordinate in-person and online Forward exam 
• Coordinate the teaching of an ACT prep class 
• Coordinate the teaching of a servant-leadership class and tie to The Trek 
• Other reasonable duties as assigned

      Teamwork

• Promote and support Pella Hill's vision, mission, and statement of faith  
• Communicate with Pella leaders, teachers, and staff
• Attend and participating in required calendar events
• Communicate practice and planning information with families
• Other reasonable duties as assigned

      Compensation

• This is a part-time, 20 hr/week, 12-month hourly position with generous time off
• Pay rate dependent on experience, starting at $20/hr

      Structure

• Start date: July 1, 2026
• Position will report to the Pella Hill Principal 
• Must be able to work at home and manage time well while working collaboratively in a team 
• Most, but not all, hours to be performed during regular business hours Monday through Friday. Some nights and weekends may be required 
• High speed internet at home required
• Cell phone with data plan required
• Must be a Wisconsin resident

Application Process

• Complete the job application on Bamboo HR and submit a cover letter, resume, written Christian testimony, and two references (one professional and one character) to: Pella Hill Hiring Team at [email protected]. 

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