Uncommon Schools
education
CollegeCounselor
“College Counselor at Uncommon Schools. Skills: college application process, college and career readiness, collaboration with parents and families, building relationships with college admissions offices. teach 11th and 12th grade college seminar courses. guide students through the entire college application process”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure aligned college matches for students; ensure that each student graduates ready to thrive in college and beyond; drive improvements in the college counseling process
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum of two years experience in an urban district or charter school setting., Bachelor’s degree, digital literacy, including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Naviance, and PowerSchool., Ability to communicate well with others and demonstrate interpersonal skills with students, parents, colleagues and community members., Skilled in using data to drive improvements in the college counseling process., Demonstrated flexibility, perseverance, maturity and ability to juggle competing priorities., Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and work independently.
Nice to Have
Master’s degree preferred., Prior experience working with high school students and families and/or within the college admissions field, especially in an urban setting with BIPOC students.
What You'll Do.
teach 11th and 12th grade college seminar courses
guide students through the entire college application process
identifying most appropriate post-secondary pathways
writing personal statements
securing letters of recommendation
applying for financial aid and scholarships
build a culture of college and career readiness amongst all students
creating inspirational and instructional signage
advising students in the course selection process
helping plan and execute events such as Career Day
College Acceptance Forums
College Visits and Alumni Day
collaborate with parents and families
providing informational workshops
hosting individualized meetings
participate in Uncommon PD
attend regional and national conferences
build relationships with college admissions offices
advocate relentlessly on behalf of your students to facilitate the admissions and financial aid process
support the planning and execution of various college visits and information sessions for students of all grade levels
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
collaborate with parents and families; collaborate with colleagues
Communication Scope
communicate well with others; interpersonal skills
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