College Counselor

BASIS Independent Schools, a subsidiary of Spring Education Group, is a national network of PreK‑12 private, secular schools that educate students to the highest international levels. Our ten campuses, located in some of the most bustling, dynamic metropolitan areas in the country, are part of the BASIS Curriculum Schools global network. We believe in setting a higher standard for students and promoting self‑reliance and accountability in a culture where hard work is celebrated, and intellectual pursuits result in extraordinary outcomes.

BASIS Independent McLean is seeking qualified candidates for a College Admissions Counselor position for immediate hire!

BASIS Independent McLean opened in 2016 and sits on an 11‑acre campus located in Tysons Corner in Northern Virginia, with convenient access to Washington, D.C. less than 15 miles away. We have been named the #1 Private K‑12 School in Virginia for the last three years by Niche, the #1 Best High School for STEM in Virginia, and rank in the Top 20 Best Private K‑12 Schools in the country.

This recognition highlights the strength and expertise of our faculty, as well as the high academic standards we set for students.

BASIS Independent Schools college counselors provide dedicated and individualized support to our talented and ambitious high school students in navigating the college and career planning process. Working collaboratively with school leaders, parents, and faculty, college counselors guide students through all aspects of the college application process, promote BASIS to prospective applicants and college admissions officers, and educate them about the strengths and value of a BASIS education.

• Provide individualized college counseling to eleventh and twelfth‑grade students throughout the college application process.
• Write comprehensive and personalized letters of recommendation for each twelfth grader in support of their college applications.
• Work closely with each applicant to develop standardized testing plans and an application strategy, and provide feedback on essays and applications.
• Teach the College Admissions Course to eleventh and twelfth‑grade students.
• Present on college admissions topics and trends to students, parents, and faculty.
• Provide training and support to faculty on the writing of letters of recommendation.
• Collaborate with other members of the college counseling team, faculty, and school administration to provide leadership and insights regarding trends in the college admissions landscape.
• Travel to visit colleges and network with college admissions officers to stay abreast of admissions trends and promote BASIS Independent Schools and students.
• Keep accurate student files and data and maintain the strictest professional discretion regarding confidential student and school information.
• Partner with the Director of College Advisory for the Spring Education Group and college counselors at other schools within the Spring network to share best practices and promote continuous improvement.
• Support the broader mission of BASIS and fulfill any other responsibilities as assigned.

• Education:
  
  A bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree (or higher) is preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of two years in college counseling or college admissions, with preference for experience in highly selective college admissions.
• Skills and Traits:
  Strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfort with public speaking, superior writing ability, positive attitude, diplomatic collaboration, enthusiasm for building positive student relationships, ability to support academic, social, and emotional growth, familiarity with or willingness to learn the SCOIR platform, flexibility, and teamwork.
• All BASIS employees must obtain a fingerprint clearance card.

• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience.
• Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools.
• Retirement options with a 50% company match for up to 10% of employee earnings deferred.
• Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as…