School Counselor

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an educational recruitment organization, is currently seeking an experienced College Counselor at an independent school in the Greater Boston area.

As a College Counselor, you will be responsible for providing personalized guidance and support to students throughout all stages of the college/university application process. You will work closely with students and their families to understand each student's strengths, interests, and goals and help each identify suitable college and university options across US, Canada and UK.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting one-on-one counselling sessions with students to assess their academic, extracurricular, and personal backgrounds and develop personalized college admission plans.
• Assisting students in researching colleges and universities, including evaluating academic programs, campus culture, and financial aid opportunities.
• Providing guidance on standardized testing requirements, preparation strategies, and registration procedures for exams such as the SAT and ACT.
• Assisting students with compiling application materials, including transcripts, letters of recommendation, essays, and resumes.
• Organizing and facilitating college visits, information sessions, and workshops to educate students and families from grades 8 to 12 about the college admissions process.
• Collaborating with school administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders to ensure a supportive and cohesive approach to college counselling.
• Keeping abreast of trends and developments in college admissions, including changes to application requirements, admission policies, and financial aid programs.
• Maintaining accurate records of student interactions and application deadlines using our counselling software system.
• Providing support and guidance to students who may require additional assistance, such as those from underrepresented backgrounds or with special needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant and related field (master’s degree preferred).
• Strong knowledge and a successful track record in admissions, counselling, standardized testing, and financial aid to universities across the United States, particularly most competitive along with those in the Ivy League, as well as in Canada and UK.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with students and families from diverse backgrounds and stakeholders from university admissions offices.
• Exceptional writing, editing, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to deliver at pace.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting equity and access in the college admissions process.
• Familiarity with counselling software systems and other technology tools used in college counselling.

To Apply

Qualified candidates will be contacted to complete a job seeker profile in order to match them with their own job search counselor.

About CS&A

Our job placement service is free to job seekers. By getting to know you personally -- beyond just your resume -- we connect you directly with hiring schools whose open positions match your specific requirements (location, school type, position type, etc.) and skills, saving you the time of sorting through hundreds of job postings and getting lost in a pile of resumes.

More importantly, as an educator you deserve to have someone on your side who can help you find a position in a school community where you'll thrive. That's our mission.

We have positions available throughout the United States and abroad including but not limited to: Boston, New York City, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, Baltimore, Charlotte, Atlanta, Miami, Houston, Dallas, Cleveland, Detroit, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Denver, Phoenix, Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles.

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.

• Industry
• Primary/Secondary Education
• Employment Type
• Full-time
• Job Functions