College & Career Readiness Counselor

Uncommon Schools•Rochester, NY

7h•$52,000 - $68,000

About The Position

At Uncommon, our College & Career Readiness Counselors ensure that every student, regardless of pathway, graduates with a clear, personalized plan for life after high school. This role works closely with students and families to explore and pursue a range of postsecondary options, including college, career training programs, and workforce opportunities. College & Career Readiness Counselors provide highly individualized, strengths-based advising and instruction, with a focus on students who are not on a traditional college pathway. The ultimate goal is to ensure each student builds the skills, knowledge, and plan needed to successfully transition to and thrive in their chosen postsecondary path.

Requirements

Deep commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools
Experience working with high school students and families, particularly in urban or charter school settings
Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently
Skilled in using data to inform instruction, counseling, and student support
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing student information and processes
Cultural competence and an asset-based mindset, with the ability to support students with diverse learning needs
Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a secondary school setting

Nice To Haves

Experience in college counseling, career readiness, or postsecondary advising
Experience supporting students with disabilities and/or participating in IEP meetings and transition planning
Background in teaching, counseling, special education, or a related field
Familiarity with tools such as Naviance, PowerSchool, or similar systems
Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Teach College & Career Readiness Courses
Lead 11th and 12th grade College & Career Readiness courses that guide students through postsecondary planning across multiple pathways
Support students in exploring interests, strengths, and identities, and connecting them to aligned postsecondary options
Build students’ ability to communicate their experiences and goals through resumes, interviews, and written materials
Use data to differentiate instruction and support student progress toward individualized goals
Provide Individualized Postsecondary Counseling
Deliver consistent 1:1 counseling to help students develop rigorous, realistic, and personalized postsecondary plans
Partner closely with families through meetings and ongoing communication to support informed decision-making
Collaborate with grade-level teams to monitor student progress and coordinate targeted supports
Participate in IEP meetings and contribute to high-quality transition planning aligned to students’ goals
Build College, Career, and Workforce Pathways
Plan and execute college visits, career exploration experiences, and postsecondary readiness events
Develop and maintain partnerships with colleges, training programs, and community organizations to expand student access and opportunity
Expose students to a wide range of postsecondary pathways and help them evaluate fit across options
Manage Systems and Postsecondary Readiness Operations
Prepare and submit transcripts and required documentation for postsecondary opportunities
Maintain accurate student data, records, and tracking systems to support strong postsecondary outcomes
Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment between counseling, academic, and special education supports