Associate Director of College Counseling

St. Anne's-Belfield School•Charlottesville, VA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

We seek an enthusiastic and collaborative professional to join our Office of College Counseling. This person will be joining a 100+ year-old educational community that develops exemplary, ethical, and engaged citizens who positively impact the world. The College Counseling team is instrumental in supporting students’ high personal aspirations and empowering their full potential. The successful candidate will work as a member of the college counseling team, guiding St. Anne’s-Belfield students and their families through all aspects of the college process. This is a 10-month faculty position that reports to the Director of College Counseling.

Requirements

Obvious enthusiasm for working with adolescents
Deep and current knowledge of college admissions and financial aid, including the forces shaping today’s landscape
An equity-centered mindset
A positive attitude and collaborative spirit
Strong sense of initiative, organizational discipline, and humor
Exceptional analytical and narrative writing skills, including the ability to craft illuminating and compelling letters of recommendation
Technological fluency (SCOIR, Axiom, Slate, College Kickstart)
Bachelor’s degree required
At least three years of experience in selective college admissions and/or a strong background in college counseling in independent schools

Nice To Haves

master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Build authentic, trust-based relationships with students and families across all four years of high school, guiding them through all phases of the college process.
Guide students and families in exploring summer opportunities, programs, and other experiences that reflect authentic interests, not resume-padding
Collaborate with the College Counseling team to design and lead signature college counseling programs responsive to the needs of students at each stage - sophomore, junior, and senior year
Provide academic advising for students, including four-year course planning, and course request counseling
Support students in developing individualized college lists that reflect genuine fit
Write compelling, illuminating letters of recommendation that honor the full complexity of each student
Craft a personalized standardized testing plan aligned with each student’s strengths and goals; coordinate preparation support as appropriate
Co-plan and teach a 6-week college counseling class to juniors and seniors
Serve as an upper school advisor
Lead or co-lead one season of an extracurricular activity or the equivalent
Develop and sustain long-term relationships and trust with colleges and universities
Actively engage in webinars, and participating in professional development in regional and national associations such as SACAC, NACAC, and ACCIS and bring back learning to the team
Take on special projects and assignments as determined by the Director of College Counseling and/or the Head of the Upper School (examples include AP or PSAT Testing Coordinator)
Participate fully in the life of the School