Academic & College Counselor
About The Position
The Academic & College Counselor provides academic, post-secondary, and career counseling to Valor Christian students in grades 10-12. These services include the following: course mapping across a student’s time at Valor Christian, designed to foster a student’s post-secondary aspirations; serving in a support role throughout a student’s academic journey and liaising with the student’s teachers; shepherding senior students through the college application process; serving as a representative of Valor Christian to college admissions offices and local representatives. There is a strong focus on strategic academic counseling with students so they are prepared for successful admission into competitive colleges. Further, the Academic & College Counselor also works collaboratively with the Social and Emotional Services team and the Dean’s office at Valor Christian to ensure a student’s behavioral, social, and spiritual health is well-shepherded across the student’s career. Valor Christian High School is a decidedly Christian, college-preparatory school whose core values honor a biblical foundation. Valor employees are faith-filled, joyful believers who are active in a local Christian church whose beliefs are in alignment with the school’s Statement of Beliefs. They are both called and committed to the school’s vision and mission and seamlessly integrate faith into their daily work. You will be most successful if you have a true servant’s heart, a teachable spirit, a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, and a commitment to the school’s beliefs and values.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related discipline required; Master’s degree preferred
- Previous college counseling or college admissions experience, experience with highly selective schools preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills are required. The ability to present confidently in front of large groups of people, as well as clearly and succinctly with parents and college representatives, is a must.
- Ability to navigate difficult conversations with students and families with grace and truth
- Administrative and customer service skills that demonstrate exceptional care for people and details
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities with previous people management experience preferred
- Strong critical thinking skills, ability to problem solve, quick learner, and intentional relationship builder
- Expertise in Microsoft Office, Scoir, Student Information System (SIS) databases, and Google products
- Efficient work pace, managing multiple tasks, and overseeing systems and processes
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred
- Previous college counseling or college admissions experience, experience with highly selective schools preferred
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities with previous people management experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Possess and Model a Growing Relationship with Christ
- Demonstrate Trustworthy Commitment to Valor Christian High School
- Support Students' Post-Secondary Aspirations
- Provide Excellent Customer Service to Students and Families
- Effectively Represent Valor’s Academic Brand to Colleges
- Serve Wholeheartedly as an Exceptional Teammate
- Demonstrate a Commitment to Fulfilling Valor’s Vision and Mission
- Demonstrate a Commitment to Growth
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 403(B) Retirement Plan with immediate vesting and employer contribution matching
- Professional development opportunities
- Three on-campus dining options for free daily lunch
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
