Job description

Striving to be a leading Independent Catholic school, Malvern Preparatory School is a school for boys grades 6-12, committed to the Augustinian values of Veritas, Unitas and Caritas, meaning Truth, Unity and Love. We foster a radically student-centered approach to learning, and we seek individuals who are innovative, creative and compassionate self-starters who can work collaboratively.

Date: May 15, 2023

Position: Associate Director of College Counseling

Reports to: Director of College Counseling

Department: Academic

Status: Full time

Location: St. Rita’s/Maggitti Hall

Job Summary:

Our college counseling team seeks an Associate Director of College Counseling to join our community in supporting an assigned caseload of students and their families through the college admission process. Candidates must be professionals who are empathetic and strong communicators with current knowledge of secondary and higher education trends.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Prior experience in college admissions or as a high school college counselor
• Current (dated within a year) clearances

Essential Duties:

• Advises, guides, and supports a caseload of approximately 40-45 students through the college selection and application process and curriculum planning.
• Working collaboratively as a member of the college counseling team, including assisting with various campus programs and taking on special projects and assignments as determined by the Director.
• Co-teaches college seminar course for juniors and seniors
• Coordinates the program and calendar of all standardized testing for students including scheduling test dates, registering students, working with vendors for additional “prep” sessions, administering tests, and providing pre-and post-test counseling; communicates program and calendar to students, teachers and parents.
• Develops extensive summary reports on students’ progress on standardized testing.
• Writes comprehensive and timely school recommendations in support of assigned student applications.
• Develop and maintain relationships with college admission professionals while staying current in the college admission profession.
• Represent Malvern Prep by visiting colleges and participating in various conferences and workshops.
• Maintains knowledge of the athletic, instructional and extracurricular programs of the school and utilizes this information in working with staff, students, parents and others to enable students to obtain maximum benefit from their school experience.
• Displays the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards, acting as a role model.
• Makes the most of all opportunities to continue developing as a professional; acts to keep self professionally competent.
• Actively participates in various meetings, such as departmental, academy team, administration, school meetings, etc.
• Builds and maintains a professional rapport with a broad audience – students, parents and all other staff.

Competencies Required:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively with other team members.
• Good team player and very reliable in working without close supervision.
• Passionate about actively supporting the School’s mission.

To Apply:

Please send the following documents in a single attachment and be sure to include the position title in the subject line.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Names and contact information for 3 professional references (used in the final phase of hiring process)

Please visit www.malvernprep.orgfor additional information about our school.

Click here to learn more about employment with Malvern Prep.

Malvern Preparatory School is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Malvern Prep's mission.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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