Co-Director of College Counseling
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Job Location:
North Miami Beach, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Scheck Hillel Community School is looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Co-Director of College Counseling to guide students through the college admissions process.
Scheck Hillel is a nationally recognized college preparatory and Jewish community school located in North Miami Beach Florida. Our well-rounded rigorous dual curriculum program serves over 1300 students in PKT through 12th grade. As a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence we attract and retain a diverse faculty who demonstrate professional excellence with an unwavering commitment to delivering an education of unsurpassed quality As a community school we understand that our school isnt just about education its about the whole child.
The Co-Director(s) of College Counseling at Scheck Hillel Community School will play a key role in guiding and supporting high school students and their families through the college admissions process. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Director of the High School college counseling staff high school faculty and other stakeholders to develop and implement a comprehensive college counseling program that aligns with the schools mission values and academic program and the mission of the College Counseling Office.
Responsibilities:
- Work with students and families to provide comprehensive college counseling services including but not limited to college research application guidance essay writing interview preparation and financial aid/scholarship advising.
- Develop comprehensive strategic plans to maintain/adjust quality of programming policies and experiences aligned to mission of department
- Develop implement and revise as needed a comprehensive college counseling curriculum that includes workshops presentations and individual meetings.
- Create a vision for experiences related to post-secondary pathways that include but are not limited to college fairs college visits and other related events on campus.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of college admissions trends and policies financial aid opportunities and standardized testing requirements.
- Develop marketing materials (including a school profile) that strategically highlight the schools academic programs and extracurricular activities in light of college requirements and community needs/interests.
- Assess curriculum identify learning goals and develop a scope and sequence for college advising in grades 9-12
- Analyze data and develop strategies to support college matriculation successful application cycles and financial aid applications
- Build and maintain strong relationships with college admissions representatives college counseling professionals alumni and other stakeholders in the college admissions process.
- Provide guidance and support to students and families as they navigate the college admissions process including managing stress and anxiety associated with the process.
- Prepare external/internal communications/presentations regarding departmental goals programs and progress.
- Identify and pursue professional development opportunities that support departments efforts to meet mission and professional responsibilities related to postsecondary education.
- Delegate programming and counseling responsibilities to college counselors and support staff
- Serve as a member of the High Schools Leadership team
- Support the Director of High School in other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- A bachelors degree is required; a masters degree in counseling education or related field is preferred.
- At least three years of experience in college counseling or related field preferably in an independent school setting.
- Demonstrated knowledge of college admissions processes and policies standardized testing requirements and financial aid/scholarship opportunities.
- Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Comfortability in coaching and managing others to support the execution of high-quality programming and counseling
- Act in accordance with the Scheck Hillel Community schools faculty handbook and the mission statement/policies of the College Counseling Office
- A commitment to diversity equity and inclusion in the college counseling process.
We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive salary benefits professional development opportunity for growth and more. For further consideration email resumes or visit our website at for more information about Scheck Hillel. Scheck Hillel is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
About Company
Welcome to Scheck Hillel Community School, named one of the nation’s best private Jewish schools for preschool through high school students. Located in North Miami Beach, Florida.
