Long-Term Sub: Director of College Counseling

Miami Valley School, Miami Valley School - Dayton, Ohio, Open in Google Maps.

Job : 5959122

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Feb 7, 2027

Title:

Long-Term Substitute Director of College Counseling

Reports to:

Director of Upper School

Note:

This is a temporary position that will last from approximately mid-February through early May 2027.

The Miami Valley School (MVS). Our mission is to challenge young people of promise to become self-sustaining learners and compassionate global citizens. For almost 60+ years, MVS has provided a unique learning option for families in the Dayton, Ohio, community. Here, faculty are educators who are ready to help refine a truly differentiated educational opportunity as MVS becomes a nationally-recognized leader in experience-based learning.

Here, every member of the MVS community is committed to transformative immersive learning in the classroom and during our Immersion term. Equally important is our commitment to Social Emotional Learning (SEL), through which our students learn the skills and competencies necessary to navigate an ever-shifting world with confidence and curiosity. Here, we learn because we do.

The Role. MVS is seeking a dynamic and innovative Director of College Counseling to guide our students-and their families-through the college search and application processes during spring 2027. The ideal candidate will possess the following: significant experience with and deep understanding of the college search and application processes, especially as these relate to advocating for students in an experiential learning setting;

a sincere commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; an unassailable work ethic; superior written, communication and organizational skills; an ardent desire to work with and support teenagers and their families in identifying "best fit" colleges; proficiency with Scoir; and a joyful disposition and sense of humor. The Director of College Counseling is a critically important leader within the school, providing guidance to other academic leaders on trends in college admissions and the potential impact of curricular changes.

The Opportunity. All members of MVS’ vibrant faculty bring the school’s mission and vision to life each day for students and families in the Dayton community. Each day we live out our mission through our core values: integrity, celebration, grit, and kindness. As a part of our dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Expand Global Leadership. MVS is known for its academic and extracurricular programming, and with you on our team, we will continue to grow with our students as leaders of Global Citizenship and stewards of civil discourse.
• Enhance Cultural Experiences. Through your multicultural lens and passion for experiences in which students can be empathetic, you will support faculty in creating awe-inspiring programs utilizing the MVS Immersion Method and cultivate a sense of courage in students to experience the world, explore passions, and dive deep into content.
• Develop Character and Wellness. To support the overall wellness of our vibrant community, you’ll have the opportunity to meaningfully connect and collaborate with students and families.
• Innovate. As we continue to develop our Immersive Learning programming, you will be part of a team that is enhancing professional learning nationwide and becoming a thought leader for immersive learning experiences that stretch beyond the traditional school experience.
• Couple Academic Rigor with Increased Accessibility. Through your intentional support and empowerment, our students will explore their unique learning needs, utilize critical thinking, and begin to think about and create solutions for today’s pressing challenges.
• Collaborate as part of a World-Class Team. In your role at MVS, you will work alongside dedicated faculty who have taught and learned all over the world and in a variety of school contexts. Your colleagues are artists, researchers, entrepreneurs, published authors, professional musicians, armed services veterans, and thespians. Most importantly, they are compassionate and caring educators committed to lifelong learning.
• And of course, you will get to make an impact! As the short‑term Director of College Counseling, you will get to join young people on their journey through discovering their sense of self, building healthy…