Assistant​/Associate Director of College Counseling

Overview

Newark Academy is expanding its college counseling team and is seeking a dynamic and skilled professional to provide individualized advising, support, and education for students and families through the college search and application process.

The right candidate will build and maintain strong relationships with students, families, faculty, advisors, coaches, administrators, and college admissions professionals. The Assistant/Associate Director will work with the Director of College Counseling and three other college counselors to ensure the smooth functioning of collective efforts and individualized results for Newark Academy students.

Reports to:

The Director of College Counseling.

• Educate, advise, and support 30–35 students in both 11th and 12th grades through the college search and application process, including research, applications, interviewing, essay writing, and financial aid/scholarship considerations.
• Provide a personalized approach in working with students and families in line with the school mission and values.
• Assist students in researching and developing balanced college lists.
• Write thoughtful, well-crafted letters of recommendation for each senior.
• Advise students regarding course selection.
• Communicate clearly, effectively, and in a timely manner with students, families, colleagues, and college admission representatives.
• Attend and meet with students and families regularly.
• Work with arts and athletic departments and student advisors to counsel and support students with special talents.
• Collaborate with other members of the College Counseling team to support all students and families.
• Team-teach the College Counseling Workshop classes in the fall and spring semesters.
• Cultivate relationships with college admissions officers from a broad range of institutions; co-host admission office visits in the fall and spring.
• Organize and host events and programs with the College Counseling team for students and families (e.g., Junior College Night, parent roundtable series).
• Help build and sustain a culture of inclusivity in the college counseling process.
• Support students and families through the financial aid application process.
• Stay current on college admissions knowledge and trends by attending national/regional conferences, campus visits, and networking with colleagues.
• Represent the office at school events and activities and actively support the school’s mission and values.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in selective college admissions is preferred; experience in high school college counseling is also preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative, team-oriented, and professional approach.
• Commitment to being part of a diverse school community where all members are welcomed, respected, valued, and celebrated.
• Strong computer software acumen and ability to learn new programs quickly; experience with the Scoir platform is preferred.
• Enthusiasm for teaching adolescents and working with their families; energy and a willingness to learn and grow as a professional.

The Assistant/Associate Director of College Counseling is a full-time, 12-month position. Eligible for all benefits. Base pay range is $65,000–$80,000, with salary dependent on education and experience.

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Newark Academy seeks and celebrates diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. In admissions and employment practices, scholarship aid, and educational programs, Newark Academy upholds applicable state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting unlawful discrimination.