Career Center

Essential Duties and Functions

Educate students and families about the college admissions process and provide a supportive environment to reduce anxiety

Help students relate their abilities, aptitudes and interests to current and future educational and occupational choices

Helps students set realistic goals, develop decision-making skills and accountability

Keep abreast of issues and trends in college admission and higher education, including attending professional conferences, maintaining membership in SACAC, NACAC, ACCIS and College Board and visiting colleges

Maintain up to date records and work effectively with Naviance software

Create and deliver multiple workshops throughout the school year such as parent nights, financial aid presentations and the S4 speaker series

Works with a wide range of students such as international students, student-athletes, artists, students with learning differences and exceptionally high-achieving students

Engage in the broader life of the school by leading activities, athletic coaching, managing clubs and/or service groups and be an advisor

Create a whole school presence for College Counseling through attendance at school events.

Evaluate programs of study to meet the expectations of top colleges

Effectively use time to meet with students individually, in groups, and with families including some nights and weekends

Provide scholarship information to families

Meet the ethical standards as articulated by the National Association for College Admissions Counseling.

Specific Responsibilities

Counsel 30-35 students in both 11th and 12th grade focusing on the best institutions for each students individual needs and aspirations

Work with 9th and 10th grade students and their families to introduce college counseling and career exploration topics

Write a recommendation for each students and advocate appropriately on their behalf throughout the process

Meet with all visiting representatives

Assist in various transition programs between divisions and from high school to college

Participates in the BAIS college fair planning committee and agree to plan and host the Bay Area Case Studies Program on a  rotation with other schools.  

Work with teachers and students to develop essay writing skills

Help students develop interview skills

Prepare and edit college planning publications

• School Profile
• College Planning Guide
• Counseling web presence and social media
• annual report
• Newsletters

Serves on the Upper School Administrative Team and the Academic Council.

Review admissions applications paying particular attention to transcript evaluation for SSES applicants. 

Maintain College Resource Room

Perform other duties as assigned by the Division Director or Head of School

Support SSES Vision, Mission and Promise

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience working in a college admission office as well as familiarity with independent high schools.  In addition, the candidate will have the requisite skills to successfully guide adolescents and their parents through the college application process.

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3-5 years experience in college admissions
• Counseling experience at the high school level, preferably in an independent school
• Well-developed organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in the use of technology  - especially Naviance
• Adept at working with adolescents
• Professional and patient while working with students, parents and colleagues.
• Willingness to work as part of a team
• Knowledge of a range of institutions and their admissions practices
• Strong interpersonal skills to builds and maintain professional relationships with colleges
• Excellent writing skills and the ability to advocate for students through recommendation letters
• Experience with a wide range of students - international students, student athletes, artists, students with learning differences, and exceptionally high achieving students
• Desire to engage in the broader life of the school by leading activities, athletic coaching, managing clubs and/or service groups, and serving on academic committees.
• Provide a sample recommendation letter for student going to college

About Saint Stephen's Episcopal School

OUR MISSION Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School will: *Provide a superior academic program which prepares each student for a college or university compatible with the individual’s academic ability, interest, and needs; *Instill in each student a love of learning, an active respect for all members of the school community, and a fundamental sense of integrity; *Provide a nurturing environment which values independence and self-worth, physical health, spiritual awareness, and responsible global citizenship. OUR VISION Saint Stephen’s Episcopal School strives to be one of the premier independent college preparatory schools in the nation, educating tomorrow’s leaders to make a positive contribution to the world. OUR PROMISE We promise that every child will be known and every child will be valued.

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