Forward College and Career Counselor

KIPP Forward College and Career Counselor )

• Full-time
• Start Date:
  
  Immediate opening
• Compensation: USD 45,000 - USD 55,000 - yearly

We Are a Team & Family

At KIPP Tulsa, every story begins with connection, and our KIPP Forward College and Career Counselors help students write their next chapter. Through personalized guidance, purposeful planning, and genuine relationships, they empower students to discover their passions, pursue their goals, and step confidently into the world beyond high school. Their dedication, empathy, and expertise are crucial to how we help students build lives filled with choice and opportunity.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE COLLEGE & CAREER COUNSELING AT KIPP

You’ll Help Students Discover and Define Their Futures

At KIPP Tulsa, we believe every student deserves a future without limits. You’ll walk alongside them as they identify their strengths, explore college and career options, and develop the skills to turn dreams into plans. You’ll be their coach, advocate, and champion, helping them navigate decisions with confidence and clarity.

You’ll Be a Guide and a Source of Hope

Through every conversation, lesson, workshop, and campus visit, you’ll help students and families imagine what’s possible. You’ll demystify the college and career process, celebrate milestones, and remove barriers so every student feels seen, supported, and ready to take the next step. Your work will inspire them to believe in themselves and in their futures.

You’ll Be Trusted and Empowered

Your ideas and insights will shape how we prepare students for life after high school. Whether you’re leading a college essay workshop, coordinating an internship opportunity, or partnering with universities and employers, you’ll have the freedom to innovate and the support to make your vision a reality.

You’ll Grow as a Leader and Educator

We’re committed to your growth, too. You’ll receive coaching, professional development, and opportunities to deepen your expertise in counseling, data‑driven decision‑making, and equitable access to postsecondary pathways. You’ll leave an impact, not just on students, but on the systems that shape opportunity.

You’ll Create Joyful, Lasting Impact

From celebrating acceptance letters to seeing alumni thrive in their careers, you’ll witness the power of perseverance and purpose every day. Your work will help shape lives and legacies—proving that with preparation, support, and love, anything is possible for our KIPPsters.

Develop and execute counseling and Match strategy plans annually, utilizing platforms such as Overgrad, Alumni Database, and Counselor Match Tool to monitor progress towards regional goals.

Recruit and mentor an Early Decision (ED) cohort of rising seniors, providing guidance on on‑campus visits, essay writing, recommendation solicitation, and application submission by early deadlines.

Conduct 1:1 counseling sessions with every freshman and junior at least twice per year, offering personalized guidance and support throughout their Match journeys.

Meet with every junior family by September 30th (partnering with teachers if needed) and ideally engage with every junior family to provide proactive counseling support.

Ensure completion of Junior Milestones, including You Science assessment in the fall semester, wishlist development, and personal statement drafting in the spring semester.

Facilitate Freshman Milestones, ensuring freshmen start strong with a strong GPA and academic profile.

Lead bi‑monthly counseling team meetings with the directorto analyze Match and counseling data and develop actionable plans.

Attend quarterly calls with the Director of College & Career Counseling at KIPP Foundation to align regional efforts with national initiatives.

Participate in monthly Match Matters meetings with school leadership, including the principal, principal manager, ED/CEO (as available), director, and teacher.

Engage in monthly coaching calls with a designated coach from the KIPP Foundation to troubleshoot challenges, track progress toward goals, and implement best practices in counseling.

Facilitate the development of student academic schedules to promote timely progression towards graduation goals.

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