College Counsellor
King's College School, The Bahamas
Florida US, Panama or The Bahamas
- Expired
- Salary:
- Top of market remuneration
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 6 September 2024
Job overview
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 110 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.
In over 25 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.
Role Summary:
We are now looking to appoint an experienced College & University Counsellor with the ability to see and promote the potential in each and every student to work specifically with two of our premium schools in the LATAM region – King's College School, Panama and King's College School, The Bahamas.
As a College Counsellor, you will be responsible for providing personalised guidance and support to students throughout all stages of the college/university application process. You will work closely with students and their families to understand each student's strengths, interests, and goals and help each identify suitable college and university options across US, Canada and UK.
The post holder may be based in Miami, Nassau, or Panama and travel regularly to each of the two schools. The scope of the role will likely increase to add more Inspired schools within the region over time.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting one-on-one counselling sessions with students to assess their academic, extracurricular, and personal backgrounds and develop personalised college admission plans.
- Assisting students in researching colleges and universities, including evaluating academic programs, campus culture, and financial aid opportunities.
- Providing guidance on standardised testing requirements, preparation strategies, and registration procedures for exams such as the SAT and ACT.
- Assisting students with compiling application materials, including transcripts, letters of recommendation, essays, and resumes.
- Organising and facilitating college visits, information sessions, and workshops to educate students and families from grades 8 to 12 about the college admissions process.
- Collaborating with school administrators, teachers, and other stakeholders to ensure a supportive and cohesive approach to college counselling.
- Keeping abreast of trends and developments in college admissions, including changes to application requirements, admission policies, and financial aid programs.
- Maintaining accurate records of student interactions and application deadlines using our counselling software system.
- Providing support and guidance to students who may require additional assistance, such as those from underrepresented backgrounds or with special needs.
Role & Person Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant and related field (Master's degree preferred).
- Strong knowledge and a successful track record in admissions, counselling, standardised testing, and financial aid to universities across the United States, particularly top-tier and Ivy League universities, Canada and UK especially.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with students and families from diverse backgrounds and stakeholders from universities' admissions departments.
- Exceptional writing, editing, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with strong organisational and time management skills and the ability to deliver at pace.
- Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting equity and access in the college admissions process.
- Familiarity with counselling software systems and other technology tools used in college counselling.
- Certification or licensure in counselling or related field is a plus.
Safeguarding Statement:
Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Visit our careers site for more information: https://jobs.inspirededu.com
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About King's College School, The Bahamas
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Our School is part of the Inspired Education Group
Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 119 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.
In 27 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.
By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.
Please visit our careers site for further information and to see our latest opportunities - https://careers.inspirededu.com/
About Inspired
Inspired students benefit from the unique global connectivity of premium schools that are anchored in their local communities.
The individuality of every student is unlocked through a holistic curriculum focused on the three pillars - Academics, Sport and Performing Arts, to ensure every student achieves their full potential.
Through this global approach, we aim to inspire and prepare students to be global citizens, ready to seize their exciting futures and truly flourish with the confidence and attitude needed to thrive in their ever-changing world.
Inspired schools are among the highest performing in the world, most are non-selective and are proud to add considerable value to every student. These Schools regularly achieve highly in league table rankings across the world.
Most importantly, Inspired students not only attain outstanding academic results but also graduate to some of the best universities and careers in the world.
The exciting combination of Inspired’s global standings and the King’s College group’s
50+ year history of academic excellence enables students to consistently graduate with exceptional results, with over 90% going on to their first-choice university.
The Inspired learning approach
Our approach is defined by supportive academic excellence and the exploration of life skills to develop students’ self-confidence and self-assurance.
We do this by delivering a focus on the individual and offering a broad curriculum based on the three pillars. Academics are at the centre of our approach but are also complemented equally by Performing Arts and Sport. This rich curriculum ensures that every student can discover their passions and develop their skills. Students are encouraged and supported to excel across all areas, even those they find more difficult.
Our Three Pillar Approach
1. Academics
Central to all our schools, our core of academia teaches our students critical and lateral thinking to inform the understanding and application of a wide variety of disciplines. At King’s College School, we follow the British Curriculum to Year 11 and then the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme to Year 13.
2. Sport
Inspired’s sporting pillar stands for health, wellbeing, fun, motivation, self-discipline,
and self-esteem. Whether it’s about involving students in team sports or introducing them to individual pursuits, we aim to provide an athletics programme to suit every student. King’s College School students can get involved in a broad range of sporting pursuits including football, basketball, cricket, swimming, and tennis.
While some students in each school go on to achieve national and international honours, all students benefit from the fitness, enjoyment, and life-long interest that sport can spark. The physical exercise involved also contributes to the mental alertness necessary for successful study.
3. Performing Arts
The arts help to instil confidence and self assurance within our students to nurture and
develop their interests for life. This confidence is derived from performance, the appreciation of the arts as fundamental to the human experience, and a creative approach to all that our students do.
From drama lessons and public speaking to instrumental music lessons and visual arts, King’s College School students get to experience it all as part of the core curriculum.
The Bahamas
The Bahamas is a coral-based archipelago consisting of around 700 islands and islets, and more than 2,000 cays (coral reefs) spread over 100,000 square miles in the Atlantic Ocean.
Since its independence in 1973, The Bahamas has become one of the richest countries in the Americas due to its booming tourism and finance industries.
The country is blessed with immense natural beauty and a wonderful tropical climate, and temperatures rarely drop below 21 degrees Celsius. The Bahamas is politically stable, and the economy has a very competitive tax regime.
King’s College School, The Bahamas is based on the Western Road in Nassau, New Providence. This is the most populous island in The Bahamas containing more than 70% of the total population. Nassau is the island’s capital – it’s the centre of administration, commerce, education, law, and media.
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