Lead Student Advocate - C (MKZ Academics)

Job Posting End Date - Applications will no longer be accepted starting 09-17-2026 Job Summary Salary: $25.88 - $32.99 Performs responsible paraprofessional work promoting the social, personal, and academic success of students. Assists students and families identified by the school administration to recommend and coordinate appropriate intervention; focuses on developing positive relationships in conjunction with the community, school, and in-home-based support; monitors the quality of services for youth and families; and ensures that they align with the needs expressed by families and observed by team members. Must exercise discretion. Monitors and documents caseload progress. Work is performed under established guidelines and the direction of the program manager. Performance is reviewed through reports, meetings, and outcomes achieved. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Development, Education, or closely related field and one (1) year experience promoting the social, academic, or personal success of students between the ages of birth through twenty-six required ; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Previous experience in the human services field preferred . Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required . Valid Florida Driver's License required . Must pass criminal background check and polygraph. May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. This is a full-time CONTRACT position with the same benefits as Regular full-time. Most contracts are renewable for terms of one year. Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at or 407.246.2062. If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows: Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree; Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree; Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.