College Counselor - Landmark Christian

Essential Functions:

• Help lead dynamic parent and student education programs regarding college selection, application/financial aid process and admission procedures, along with other members of the College Counseling Office.
• Advises students and their parents, individually and in groups regarding the college admissions process
• Teach students to write effective college essays and advise teachers about writing recommendations
• Assists with the coordination of the standardized testing calendar; arranges for review sessions, testing dates; provides pre and post-test counseling
• Assists with student awards and awards ceremonies
• Coordinates accurate records of student testing and academic work with the Registrar
• Creates and submits materials to universities that support a student's application, including high school transcripts, school profile, recommendation letters, etc.
• Represents the school at relevant state and national conferences and workshops; assist Director of College Counseling with visits to and from college representatives
• Assists the maintenance of an informative and up-to-date college guidance center on campus
• Assists in organizing in house visits by college reps, and maintains communication with and knowledge of appropriate colleges
• Has a thorough understanding of Microsoft Office and knowledge of various online college application platforms, such as Scoir, Common App, GAFutures, etc.
• Possess a broad knowledge of colleges and universities across the U.S. and internationally
• Maintains expertise in subject matter through professional development
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of College Counseling and High School Principal

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or post graduate work in subject matter and/or counseling
• Preferred minimum of 3 years of experience in independent school college counseling, or in a postsecondary admission office 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, as evidenced in the ability to communicate with a wide variety of individuals
• Able to utilize the appropriate technology systems efficiently
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Works in a highly involved & busy environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
• Work primarily in a traditional climate-controlled office environment