College Counselor

About the School

Scheck Hillel Community School is a nationally recognized college preparatory and Jewish community school located in North Miami Beach, Florida. Our well-rounded, rigorous, dual curriculum program serves over 1,300 students in PKT through 12th grade. As a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, we attract and retain a diverse faculty who demonstrate professional excellence with an unwavering commitment to delivering an education of unsurpassed quality. As a community school, we understand that our school isn't just about education—it's about the whole child.

About the Role

The College Counselor will create a supportive environment that empowers students to explore their academic and career interests, set goals, and make informed decisions regarding their higher education. This role involves fostering a respectful environment that prioritizes kindness and truth in guidance, helping students navigate the college application process with confidence and clarity, while nurturing their personal growth and exploration of passions.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions to students on college choices and the admissions process for a dedicated caseload of students and their families.
• Assist students in developing application materials such as personal statements, supplemental essays, and resumes.
• Conduct workshops on college readiness and financial aid opportunities and maintain up-to-date knowledge of college admissions trends and resources.
• Support school counselors with early college advising in 9th and 10th grades.
• Collaborate with faculty, parents, and community organizations to support students' readiness for higher education.
• Prepare and send monthly communications to families.
• Collaborate with operations staff and the marketing team to support the development and execution of college programming and related student/family communications.
• Organize college fairs, campus visits, and informational sessions with admissions representatives.
• Collect and analyze data on college admissions outcomes and student progress, and create strategies to support diverse learners in their college pursuits.
• Teach a College Readiness class to support students in developing college wishlists, essays, and financial aid awareness.
• Submit transcripts, write counselor recommendations, review and provide feedback on teacher letters of recommendation, and work with admissions officers to submit applications.
• Participate in professional development opportunities related to the role (e.g., conferences).
• Support the Director(s) of College Counseling in other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of previous experience in college counseling or academic advising in a high school setting.
• A strong understanding of the college admissions process, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity.
• Commitment to prioritizing the student experience over a particular outcome.
• Works proactively to manage a caseload of students with minimal need for management.
• A collaborative decision-maker who prioritizes the team and ethical considerations above self.
• Act in accordance with the mission statement of the College Counseling Office and Scheck Hillel’s staff handbook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in counseling, education, or a related field.
• Experience working in college admissions offices.
• Experience supporting students with applications to universities/programs that require portfolio submissions.
• Experience as a writing coach.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes a competitive salary, benefits, professional development, and opportunities for growth.