Co-Director of College Counseling - Scheck Hillel Community School

Overview

Scheck Hillel Community School is looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Co-Director of College Counseling to guide students through the college admissions process.

Scheck Hillel is a nationally recognized college preparatory and Jewish community school located in North Miami Beach, Florida. Our school serves over 1,300 students in PK through 12th grade. As a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, we attract a diverse faculty committed to delivering an education of unsurpassed quality and supporting the whole child.

The Co-Director(s) of College Counseling will guide and support high school students and their families through the college admissions process. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the Director of the High School, college counseling staff, high school faculty, and other stakeholders to develop and implement a comprehensive college counseling program aligned with the school2s mission, values, and academic program.

• Work with students and families to provide comprehensive college counseling services, including college research, application guidance, essay writing, interview preparation, and financial aid/scholarship advising.
• Develop comprehensive strategic plans to maintain/adjust quality of programming, policies and experiences aligned to the department's mission.
• Develop, implement, and revise a comprehensive college counseling curriculum that includes workshops, presentations, and individual meetings.
• Create a vision for experiences related to post-secondary pathways that include college fairs, college visits, and related events on campus.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of college admissions trends and policies, financial aid opportunities, and standardized testing requirements.
• Develop marketing materials (including a school profile) that highlight the school’s academic programs and extracurricular activities in light of college requirements and community needs/interests.
• Assess curriculum, identify learning goals and develop a scope and sequence for college advising in grades 9–12.
• Analyze data and develop strategies to support college matriculation, successful application cycles, and financial aid applications.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with college admissions representatives, college counseling professionals, alumni, and other stakeholders in the college admissions process.
• Provide guidance and support to students and families as they navigate the college admissions process, including managing stress and anxiety associated with the process.
• Prepare external/internal communications and presentations regarding departmental goals, programs and progress.
• Identify and pursue professional development opportunities that support department efforts to meet mission and professional responsibilities related to postsecondary education.
• Delegate programming and counseling responsibilities to college counselors and support staff.
• Serve as a member of the High School leadership team.
• Support the Director of High School in other duties as assigned.

• A bachelor's degree is required; a master's degree in counseling, education, or related field is preferred.
• At least three years of experience in college counseling or related field, preferably in an independent school setting.
• Demonstrated knowledge of college admissions processes and policies, standardized testing requirements, and financial aid/scholarship opportunities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Comfortable coaching and managing others to support the execution of high-quality programming and counseling.
• Act in accordance with the Scheck Hillel Community School2s faculty handbook and the mission statement/policies of the College Counseling Office.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the college counseling process.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary, benefits, professional development, opportunities for growth, and more. For consideration, email resumes to careers or visit our website llel.org for more information about Scheck Hillel. Scheck Hillel is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-Time
• Education Level: Masters
• Experience Level: Senior Level
• Job Function:
College counseling
• Institution:
Scheck Hillel Community School
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Job Title:

Co-Director of College Counseling
• Job City, State:
North Miami Beach, FL 33180
• Location where the employee will be working:
On-campus

Link to public posting: https://scheckhillelc