Associate Director of College Counseling - The Benjamin School

Summary of Position
 The Associate Director of College Counseling is a key member of a six-person team dedicated to guiding students and families through a thoughtful, student-centered college search and application process. The role includes direct student advising, collaboration with faculty and administrators, and engagement with college admission professionals, while supporting programs such as standardized testing, internships, and admissions-related workshops.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

3–5 years of experience in college counseling and/or selective college admissions preferred

Strong writing, speaking, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

Broad knowledge of college admission processes, academic programs, and financial aid

Understanding of adolescent development and student well-being

Experience with college counseling platforms (e.g., Slate, SCOIR, Naviance, MaiaLearning, College Kickstart) preferred

Essential Responsibilities

Project a warm personality with  positive energy and a sincere desire to connect and work closely with students 

Advise students and families through all phases of the college search, application, and decision-making process

Build strong, individualized relationships that support student growth, wellbeing, and diverse postsecondary goals

Provide academic advising related to course selection and college planning

Manage accurate and timely submission of admissions-related materials and adhere to strict deadlines

Maintain current knowledge of admission trends and higher education policies

Cultivate professional relationships with college admission representatives by visiting campuses, hosting representatives on campus, and attending conferences

Collaborate with colleagues to deliver workshops, programs, and annual program improvements

Coordinate standardized testing (SAT/ACT) and related logistics

Engage actively in the life of the school through events, committees, and student activities

Commit to ongoing professional learning and ethical college counseling practices

Key Expectations of All TBS Employees:
All Benjamin employees will demonstrate support for the school’s mission and policies; consistently model The Benjamin School values; build positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues by establishing effective communication through listening, responsiveness, openness, availability, and approachability; take initiative and ownership in displaying positive work ethic and behaviors and encourage this attitude in others; maintain proficiency in the field through personal and professional development that strengthens the role and the school.

Benefits:
The Benjamin School offers a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, School-paid LTD, AFLAC, 403B Retirement, Paid Time Off, Flexible Spending, Student Tuition discounts, and educational assistance. For additional information on the school, please visit our website at www.thebenjaminschool.org.