CO-DIRECTOR OF COLLEGE COUNSELING, BU Academy

Boston University Academy (BUA) is seeking an experienced college counseling professional to join theschool as either a Co-Director of College Counseling or Associate Director of College Counselingdepending on the candidates experience. The position would begin in the summer of 2026.

The Co-Director would be part of a three-person team -- two Co-Directors and an Office Manager --typically serving a graduating class of between 50 and 65 students. The Co-Director is a senior leader andstrategic partner to the Head of School with shared responsibility for overseeing all aspects of collegecounseling at BU addition to the core college counseling duties the College CounselingOffice plays a key role in academic advising and course registration as well as overseeing standardized
testing. The college counseling program features dedicated weekly college counseling seminar sessionsfor 11th and 12th graders. Due to BUAs unique secondary-university relationship BUA seniors whomeet certain minimum criteria are guaranteed admission to Boston University. The Co-Director serves asa faculty advisor to a group of 11th and 12th graders conducts admission interviews engages in
committee work mentors clubs and assists with chaperone duties. The Co-Director reports to the Head ofSchool.

Ideal candidates for the Co-Director position will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelors degree; masters preferred.
• At least eight years experience working in secondary-school college counseling and/or in acollege or university admissions office with a preference for candidates who have worked in bothcapacities.
• A passion for working with high school students.
• Deep knowledge of the college landscape and trends.
• Strong leadership.
• Flexibility and a collaborative spirit.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

The Associate Director position is designed as an alternative for candidates with less than the eight yearsof experience suggested for the Co-Director position and/or candidates who have not had experience inboth secondary-school college counseling and university admissions. The Associate Director would fillmany of the same core college-counseling and schoolwide functions as the Co-Director. The AssociateDirector would report to the Director who along with the Office Manager would make up a three-personteam. The counseling would be divided equally between the Director and Associate Director.

For all positions we look for candidates who enjoy working with colleagues in a collaborative environment who are flexible and creative who will fully engage in the life of the school and who are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable community.

As the only high school in New England that is part of a major research university Boston UniversityAcademy (BUA) offers students who love learning both a traditional caring independent schoolexperience and access to a broad range of university the eleventh and twelfth grades studentsfollow their passions by regularly completing up to twelve courses from Boston Universitys
undergraduate curriculum. The schools 225 students are curious capable and kind. They come from 45cities and towns in the Greater Boston area. 54% of students identify as students of color. 27% of studentsare on financial aid a reflection of BUAs commitment to equity and access.

Boston Universitys generous benefits package includes health dental life insurance and paid time -time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University and theremission benefit extends to dependents as well. For more details on benefits please refer to the BostonUniversity benefits page at The salary range is$75000-$150000 depending on experience and the specific job title.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Interested candidates are asked to upload a resume list of references (if available) and cover letteraddressed to Mr. Chris Kolovos Head of School. Please send questions to