Bilingual College Counselor

3 weeks ago


Houston, United States The Awty International School Full time

**Position: Bilingual College Counselor **(Full-Time)

At Awty, we believe that students learn best and faculty perform best in a culture of vibrant diversity. Diversity is an essential quality of our school environment; our commitment to learning and the pursuit of excellence can occur only in such a context. It helps us guide our students to become responsible world citizens. Our commitment to learning about and respecting one another’s diversity brings distinct richness to the Awty experience for students, alumni, employees, and parents.

**Reports To**: Head of Secondary, Co-Directors of College Counseling

**Required Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)
- In-depth knowledge of and familiarity with international and American universities
- International and/or independent school experience
- Minimum of 5 years experience as a College Counselor
- Bilingual in French and English

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Relationships with international & American universities’ admissions departments
- Experience with the French Baccalauréat and International Baccalaureate

**Applicants Should**:

- Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Be well-versed in current research and best practices in teaching and learning and curricular development
- Have a positive attitude, flexible approach, and strong organizational skills
- Possess the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, administration, students, families, and key contacts at other organizations

**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following**:

- Individual Counseling:_
- Conduct one-on-one counseling sessions with students to discuss their academic and career goals
- Assist students in exploring potential majors and career paths based on their interests and skills
- College Application/ Admissions Support:_
- Collaborate with students and families to create a comprehensive list of suitable colleges and universities
- Maintaining student records, with the Registrar, related to college admissions
- Assisting faculty with student recommendations
- Managing college entrance testing for all eligible students
- Write letters of recommendation for Grade 12/Terminale students
- Create and present information to students and families regarding the College and Career Process in English and French
- College Fairs and Information Sessions:_
- Organize and participate in college fairs, information sessions, and campus visits to keep students informed about various higher education options
- Foster relationships with college admissions officers to enhance opportunities for student admissions and campus visits/ information sessions
- Financial Aid and Scholarships:_
- Provide information on financial aid options, scholarships, and grants
- Career Counseling:_
- Offer guidance on potential career paths, internships, and extracurricular activities that align with students' interests and goals.

**To Apply**:

- The Awty International School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ethnic or religious beliefs, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship, and athletic and other school-administered programs or in its employment practices. We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students._
- The position is a one-year renewable contract, with competitive salary and conditions. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible._

At Awty, we believe that students learn best and faculty perform best in a culture of vibrant diversity. Diversity is an essential quality of our school environment; our commitment to learning and the pursuit of excellence can occur only in such a context. It helps us guide our students to become responsible world citizens. Our commitment to learning about and respecting one another’s diversity brings distinct richness to the Awty experience for students, alumni, employees, and parents.

**Reports To**: Head of Secondary, Co-Directors of College Counseling

**Required Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred)
- In-depth knowledge of and familiarity with international and American universities
- International and/or independent school experience
- Minimum of 5 years experience as a College Counselor
- Bilingual in French and English

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Relationships with international & American universities’ admissions departments
- Experience with the French Baccalauréat and International Baccalaureate

**Applicants Should**:

- Possess strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Be well-versed in current research and best practices in teaching and learning and curricular development
- Have a positive attitude, flexible approach, and strong organizational ski



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