College & Career Counselor

About Maine Central Institute

Founded in 1866, Maine Central Institute (MCI) is an independent college-preparatory town academy in Pittsfield, Maine, serving students in grades 9–12. MCI draws from surrounding local communities and welcomes international students from more than 20 countries, creating a vibrant, multicultural residential campus. Our faculty are not only classroom educators—they are mentors, coaches, and contributors to a close-knit community where every student is known and supported.

Founded in 1866, Maine Central Institute (MCI) is an independent college-preparatory town academy in Pittsfield, Maine, serving students in grades 9–12. MCI draws from surrounding local communities and welcomes international students from more than 20 countries, creating a vibrant, multicultural residential campus. Our faculty are not only classroom educators—they are mentors, coaches, and contributors to a close-knit community where every student is known and supported.

MCI is seeking a dedicated and experienced College & Career Counselor to join our Academic Office team beginning September 2026. The ideal candidate brings excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a genuine passion for guiding young people toward their futures, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, student-centered environment.

This role calls for a proactive self-starter who can manage a caseload of students with both compassion and efficiency, collaborate with faculty, and champion the academic and post‑secondary success of every student they serve. All faculty members are also expected to contribute meaningfully to the co-curricular life of the school.

• Guide approximately 50 seniors through the college application process, military pathways, and workforce planning, including writing individualized recommendation letters.
• Support underclassmen with thoughtful course selection, academic schedule building, and long‑term post‑secondary planning.
• Publicize scholarship opportunities, coordinate student applications, and prepare all materials for internal and external selection processes.

• Participate in 504, IEP, and parent‑teacher meetings to address academic needs and post‑secondary planning.
• Collaborate with the Student Wellness Center to support students through their social, emotional, and physical wellness needs.
• Coordinate and host parent and student events on topics such as financial aid, college transition, 8th‑grade orientation, and technical center partnerships.

• Coordinate on‑site testing programs including NWEA, AP, PSAT, SAT, STAR, and various placement assessments.

• Travel regularly to college campuses and actively participate in professional counseling organizations.
• Attend department and faculty meetings; engage in school‑wide professional development.

• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) required;
  Master’s degree in Education, Counseling, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working with a multicultural student body of diverse interests, needs, and abilities.
• High proficiency with educational technology, including Power School and social media platforms for student outreach.
• Familiarity with Schoo Links college & career planning software preferred.
• Exemplary collaboration, communication, and organizational skills—with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong desire to contribute to an independent residential school community.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance plans
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Maine Central Institute is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Training start date:
September 2026