Why Collegiate Academy?

Friendship Collegiate Academy builds scholars ready for the rigors and rewards of college. By immersing students in a collegiate environment that provides early exposure to college-level courses and experiences, Collegiate achieves some of the highest graduation and college acceptance rates in the Washington area.

Collegiate’s roadmap to student success includes 16 College Board Advanced Placement courses among four rigorous career academies that encourage self-discovery and a mastery of core academic content: Early College, Information Technology and Engineering, Fine Arts, and Health Sciences.

Our Early College Academy, the first such program at a public charter high school in the city, offers highly motivated students the opportunity to earn up to two years’ college credit before graduation. Today, Early College alumni proudly hold degrees from some of the nation’s most competitive institutions: Princeton. Morehouse. Columbia. William and Mary. Spelman. Carnegie Mellon. Virginia. Maryland. George Washington. UCLA. Georgetown. The list grows year by year.

But a Collegiate education is more than cracking books. Students enjoy a variety of clubs and athletic activities that reinforce the core values of integrity, confidence, persistence and teamwork. From an award-winning robotics team and drama club to the city’s No.1 charter high school football team, Collegiate develops well-rounded scholars ready to succeed at whatever advanced goals they tackle.

By completing an application, you have applied to be considered for anticipated vacancies in the 2024-2025 school year. Please note that our formal interview process will begin January 2024 contingent on our confirmed vacancies. 

Friendship Public Charter School operates a network of college-preparatory public charter schools, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. Our mission is to provide a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary for academic achievement and success beyond high school.

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Please see the available salary scales: FPCS Compensation

• Academic Counseling & Student Support
  Provide individualized academic counseling, assisting students in setting goals for high school graduation, post-secondary education, and career readiness. Monitor academic progress and collaborate with teachers and parents to address challenges. Assist students with course selection, scheduling, and meeting graduation requirements.

• College & Career Readiness
  Guide students through the college application and financial aid process. Facilitate career exploration, vocational training opportunities, and job readiness workshops. Develop partnerships with local businesses and organizations to provide internship and job-shadowing opportunities.

• Social & Emotional Development
  Provide individual and group counseling to support students' emotional well-being. Implement programs that promote positive behavior, conflict resolution, and stress management skills. Respond to crises and connect students with external resources, including mental health and social services.

• Collaboration & Community Engagement
  Work with teachers, administrators, and support staff to identify and address students’ academic and emotional needs. Engage with parents and guardians to support student progress and provide relevant resources. Partner with local organizations and community leaders to enhance student support services

• Experience in the role preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in School Counseling or related field required
• Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field preferred
• Experience working in an urban school setting preferred.
• Candidates should have a strong understanding of academic counseling, college readiness, and student development.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are essential.
• The ability to work effectively with students, families, and school staff to support academic success is necessary.
• Knowledge of career counseling techniques and best practices is expected.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues with compassion and discretion.

FPCS’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws.  This policy applies to recruitment and hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, layoff, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment.  Employment decisions at FPCS are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience and suitability.