College Counselor

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Professional New York, NY, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

Title:

College & Post-Secondary Counselor

Reports to:

Division Head

Proposed Start:
August 26, 2026

Employment Type:

10-Month Faculty;
Full-time, Exempt

The IDEAL School of Manhattan is an inclusion school dedicated to creating a diverse community that affirms and accepts the full identities of all people, while inspiring academic excellence, creative leadership, and a desire to build a more just and equitable world.

Position Description

The College & Post-Secondary Counselor will guide our diverse student body through the transition from high school to their next chapter. Because IDEAL serves a wide range of learners–including students with neurodiversity and developmental disabilities–this role requires a professional who understands that post-secondary success looks different for everyone, whether it be a four-year university, a vocational program, or a specialized transition program.

The College & Post-Secondary Counselor will participate fully in the life of the school and may be called to contribute in significant ways, including serving as a grade level advisory, teaching class sections, and/or running a club.

The College & Post-Secondary Counselor will collaborate with all members of the school community to develop and deliver a program that supports student’s academic and career development.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Manage a caseload of students (Grades 9-12), providing personalized guidance on college applications, essay writing, and standardized testing

Teach one or two sections of a High School class

Identify and advocate for a wide range of post-secondary options, including highly selective colleges, community colleges, gap year programs, and vocational/technical schools

Support students in connecting educational goals with career pathways and provide students with information on topics such as college degree programs and admission requirements, financial aid opportunities, trade and technical schools, and apprenticeship programs

Guide students in exploring postsecondary options including college, transitional and vocational choices and facilitate the post-secondary application process

Engage families in educational and career planning for their children and offer support in navigating the school’s role in the educational process

Participate in the planning and coordination of trips and activities related to the development of students’ post-secondary awareness

Collaborates with teachers and therapists to understand goals, interventions and accommodations and how to carry them over into post-secondary planning.

Organize and facilitate college fairs, financial aid nights, and workshops for both students and families.

Maintain and grow relationships with college admissions officers and directors of specialized post-secondary programs, and plan virtual and in-person visits from college admissions officers

Maintain accurate records of student progress, transcripts, and application statuses using platforms like Blackbaud and Naviance

Review transcripts to ensure that students meet graduation or college entrance requirements, and write letters of recommendation

Oversee all College Board testing including the SAT, PSAT, and AP testing, as well as required accommodations for students

Structure and oversee the drafting and rehearsal process for senior speeches

Other duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

Master’s Degree in School Counseling, Higher Education or related field

Experience in a school based setting

Preferred Qualifications

Min. three years experience in high school college counseling

An appreciation for the school’s mission, in particular its inclusive…