Academic & College Counselor

Details

Posted: 27-Feb-25

Location: Burbank , California

Type: Full Time

Salary: 65,000-106,500

Categories

School Counseling

Required Education

Masters

Academic Counseling

• Provide expert guidance and support to students across grades 9-12, aiding in the
  
  

formulation of strategic academic plans and thoughtful course selections.

• Understand and enforce academic policies.
• Conduct biannual individual meetings with students to craft a comprehensive four
  
  

year academic plan and address any academic challenges.

• Implement targeted support plans for those who are struggling academically.
• Foster collaborative relationships with faculty, parents/guardians, and students to
  
  

optimize academic support and student success.

• Collaborate with the Mental Health Support and/or Learning Specialist to develop
  
  

tailored academic and/or personal interventions for students, as needed.

• Assume responsibility for maintaining meticulous student academic records,
  
  

including tracking students with academic deficiencies, updating graduation progress

reports, and coordinating summer school enrollment.

College Counseling

• Provide personalized support to seniors, assisting with college list development,
  
  

application essay review, and application(s) review.

• Conduct individual and group counseling presentations to students and
  
  

parents/guardians to address various aspects of the college application process.

• Craft compelling letters of recommendation for each student in the caseload,
  
  

showcasing their academic achievements and personal attributes to prospective

colleges.

• Actively participate in professional development activities such as admission
  
  

representative visits to campus, national conferences, and/or regional workshops, to

stay abreast of best practices in college admissions counseling.

• Cultivate relationships with college admissions representatives to advocate for
  
  

students and stay informed about evolving admissions criteria.

• Develop and deliver workshops and webinars addressing topics the college
  
  

admission process, such as college essay writing, UC/CSU applications, Financial Aid

and Common Applications.

Additional Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated point person for 12th-grade affairs, overseeing parent and
  
  

student informational sessions, senior awards, and college application workshops.

• Offer compassionate social-emotional support to students as needed, connecting
  
  

them with the Mental Health Support for referrals and additional assistance.

• Conduct thorough assessments of self-harm/suicide risk when necessary, adhering
  
  

to established documentation and reporting protocols.

• Ensure compliance with DCFS reporting guidelines to safeguard student well-being.
• Collaborate with the Counseling Department to design and implement parent
  
  

education programs and presentations.

• Assist in coordinating counseling events, including grade level meetings and honor
  
  

award ceremonies.

• Counselor hours vary from the regular teaching day. There may be a need to fulfill
  
  

added duties after school and on the occasional weekend.

• Actively participate in ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Fulfill additional duties as assigned by Administration.
  
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preferred: Possession of a master’s degree in School Counseling or a related field, with a preference for candidates holding a PPS Credential.
• 3-5 years of college counseling and/or college
  
  

Admission Experience Preferred.

• Previous experience in a high school setting.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication
  
  

skills.

• Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with a
  
  

diverse student population and collaborate with

parents and guardians in support of student

success.

• Proficiency in delivering engaging presentations
  
  

to both small and large groups.

• Availability to attend evening meetings,
  
  

professional development sessions, and off

campus activities as required.

• Thorough understanding and adherence to
  
  

ethical and legal guidelines established by

professional counseling associations such as the

American School Counselor Association and

NACAC.

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About Providence High School

Providence High School is a diverse, mission-inspired community dedicated to preparing young people to thrive in a rapidly changing world. As an independent Catholic school in Burbank, California, we promote the common good and foster a culture of impact to fulfill our mission to be “steadfast in serving all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.” Founded by the Sisters of Providence in 1955, Providence High School is the only school in the country that is part of a multi-state health care system. We are governed by an independent Board of Regents and accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS), the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA). Other memberships and affiliations include the National Association of Independent Schools, Independent School Management, SoCal People of Color in Independent Schools, California Teacher Development Collaborative, and Making Caring Common of the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

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