2026-27 High School Placement Counselor

Brilla Schools • New York, NY

6d • $100,601 - $124,550

About The Position

The High School Placement Counselor guides Brilla graduates through the transition from middle school to high school, helping students find high-performing, college preparatory schools aligned with their academic abilities, interests, and long-term goals. The counselor supports students and families from 5th through 8th grade and presents enrichment opportunities to eligible students to build high school readiness early. This is a year-round position that includes work during the summer and school breaks. The counselor also partners with families and contributes to ongoing support for alumni.

Reporting to the school principal, the counselor provides individual counseling, supports applications and financial aid processes, facilitates workshops, builds relationships with high schools and enrichment programs, tracks placement outcomes, and collaborates with campus and network teams to meet placement goals and align practices across Brilla middle schools.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Relevant high school or college admissions counseling experience with demonstrated results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Counselor degree or certification.
• Spanish language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one counseling to students and families on high school selection, applications, and preparation for admission exams.
• Build and maintain relationships with college preparatory high schools and middle school enrichment programs to stay informed about admissions criteria, processes, and opportunities.
• Help students and families complete high school, financial aid, and scholarship applications accurately and on time.
• Develop and facilitate workshops for students and parents about high school admissions, financial aid, and scholarships.
• Maintain detailed records of students’ applications, outcomes, and post-placement progress; report data and insights to the principal and relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with campus teams to meet high school placement goals, including the goal that 25% of 8th graders attend Vertex Partnership Academies in 9th grade.
• Communicate regularly with school leaders, Brilla High School Counselors, and network teammates to align practices and access to opportunities across Brilla middle schools.
• Stay current on high school admissions trends and changes, including standardized test requirements.
• Work with campus leaders to develop and teach a high school readiness program during 7th- and 8th-grade advisory blocks.
• Present enrichment opportunities to eligible students in all grade levels to build high school readiness.
• Partner with families to address their needs and contribute to support for alumni.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• More than 225 hours of professional development annually, including onboarding, coaching, and targeted training.
• Joyful workplace with over 30 staff and family bonding events each year.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans using Cigna and Anthem provider networks.
• Salary range of $100,601–$124,550, varying according to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• 403(b) and 401(k) retirement options with matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off, a DOE-aligned school calendar, and wellness resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level