Achievement First
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NYCollegeCounselorImmediateOpening(20262027)
“NY College Counselor Immediate Opening (2026-2027) at Achievement First. Skills: College counseling, Financial aid advising, Student advocacy. Ensure 100% of seniors apply. Ensure 100% of seniors are accepted”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure 100% seniors apply; Ensure 100% seniors accepted
Industry & Context.
Creative problem solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree, Previous experience in high school counseling, Previous experience in college admissions field, Work with students, Work with families, Work with staff
Nice to Have
High School teaching preferred, High School counseling preferred, Spanish language proficiency is a plus
What You'll Do.
Ensure 100% of seniors apply
Ensure 100% of seniors are accepted
Work with scholars and families
Support seniors through college application process
Revise personal statements
Advise on financial aid
Make final matriculation decisions
Work closely with parents
Work closely with guardians
Plan and lead workshops for parents
Ensure parents comprehend application requirements
Ensure students comprehend application requirements
Write Letters of Recommendations
Manage collection of Letters of Recommendations
Provide professional development for teachers
Coach teachers on Letter of Recommendation writing
Contact campus admissions representatives
Meet with campus admissions representatives
Build positive relationships
Recommend suitable college matches
Develop network of college admission professionals
Maintain network of college admission professionals
Assist with SAT assessments
Assist with PSAT assessments
Give input on college trip planning
Work with school-based college team
Ensure alignment of summer opportunities
Collect feedback from Alumni Counselor
Assist with specific projects
Participate in school-wide professional development
Participate in grade-level teams
Participate in school specific duties
Support school-wide activities
Participate in school-wide programming
Serve as advisor for students
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
College Department Team Member; School-based college team; Grade-level teams
Communication Scope
Written communication; Analytical communication
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