Newark Academy · 6 days ago
Assistant/Associate Director of College Counseling
Livingston, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$65K/yr - $80K/yrNewark 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 Assistant/Associate Director will work collaboratively with other counselors to ensure effective support for students and their families.
Education
Responsibilities
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 which is in line with our school mission and values
Assist students in researching and developing balanced college lists
Write thoughtful, well-crafted, and informative letters of recommendation for each of their seniors
Advise students regarding course selection
Communicate clearly, effectively, and timely with students, families, colleagues, and college admission representatives
Meet with students and families regularly
Work with arts and athletic departments and student advisors to counsel and support students with special talents
Work collaboratively 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 visitors in the fall and spring
Organize and host events and programs with the College Counseling team for students and families (Junior College Night, our parent roundtable series, etc.)
Build upon and help support a culture of inclusivity in the college counseling process
Ability to support students and their families through the financial aid application process
Stay abreast of current knowledge and trends in college admissions by attending national and/or regional conferences, participating in campus visits and tours, and networking with college admissions and college counseling colleagues
Represent office at school events and activities and actively support the school’s mission and values by sharing in the life of the school community and its activities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A collaborative, team-oriented and professional approach
Commitment to being a 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
Enthusiasm for teaching adolescents and working with their families is essential
Applicants must also bring to this job abundant energy and a desire to learn and grow as a professional
Preferred
Experience in selective college admissions is preferred
Experience in high school college counseling is also preferred
Experience with Scoir platform preferred
Benefits
Eligible for all benefits
Company
Newark Academy
Newark Academy is an independent, coeducational school, for grades 6-12, located on a beautiful 68-acre campus in northern New Jersey.
Founded in 1774
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sam Goldfischer
CFO
Rose McSween, Ed.D.
Chief Advancement Officer
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