Assistant Director of College Counseling bei Holland Hall School

Description

Assistant Director of College Counseling 

www.hollandhall.org | 5666 E. 81st Street, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137

WHO WE ARE

Holland Hall was established in 1922 and currently serves approximately 1,050 preK through 12th-grade students in a coeducational setting. An Episcopal school distinguished by an excellent academic program and a student-centered environment emphasizing a holistic approach to education, we strive to provide a challenging, comprehensive educational experience grounded in a rigorous liberal arts college preparatory curriculum that promotes critical thinking and life-long learning. We seek to foster in each student a strong moral foundation and a deep sense of social responsibility. The Holland Hall community welcomes students of diverse racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.

THIS POSITION 

• Manage a caseload of approximately 30 students through the college application process, helping all students in your care find a college or university that will be a good fit for them. 
• Write official school recommendations for each assigned senior. College counselors also complete School Report and Mid-Year Report forms as requested by colleges.
• Support students to navigate their interests and passions through the pursuit of summer programs, internships, and extra-curricular opportunities.
• Meet with junior families to discuss the admissions process and individual college choices. 
• Assist the Academic Scheduler in advising 9th and 10th-grade students on curricular options.
• Co-teach College Counseling courses and co-present during student and family presentations. 
• Meet with college admissions representatives who visit campus and facilitate connections between them and our students. 
• Serve as a liaison with admissions offices throughout the year.
• Assist with the administration of standardized testing, including the fall PSAT and PreACT, as well as the spring District ACT and PreACT. 
• Stay informed on issues and trends in college admissions, higher education, and testing. Maintain knowledge of specific colleges and remain actively involved in professional organizations.
• Serve as an advisor for a group of 5-10 students.

What you will bring:

• You care about young people and enjoy working with them. 
• You are passionate about guiding teenagers as they navigate their academic, personal, and social growth.
• You believe the college process helps students develop meaningful life skills they will carry well beyond high school.
• You have a collaborative spirit, and are comfortable working as a team. 
• You’re skilled at nurturing deep relationships with students and their families, approaching every interaction with empathy and an appreciation for diverse cultural values.
• You share information in a clear, compelling manner and are consistently prompt and responsible in your responses.
• You have experience in creating newsletters, social media posts, presentations, and other pieces of content to promote and provide timely information about events, deadlines, and all other information pertaining to the college search process. 
• You have experience in academic advising, including tracking graduation credits and helping students select coursework aligned with the school’s mission and their college and career aspirations.

As a community we have four Educator Competencies that distinguish our faculty, their work, and engagement in professional learning as lifelong learners. 

WHO YOU ARE - Someone who strives for and seeks opportunities to grow in the following areas.

• Communicate with Positive Intent: Communities built on trust, care, and communication with positive intent create a healthy and supportive learning environment for faculty, students, and families.
• Engagement in Professional Growth: Educators who engage in professional learning and employ practices of self-reflection model lifelong learning and strive to create the conditions for each student’s success. 
• Build Collaborative Communities: Communities built on trust, care, collaboration, and high expectations connect and empower students, faculty, and families. 
• Design for Student Success: Teaching that creates a strong sense of belonging and incorporates best practices grounded in mind, brain, and education science empowers students to recognize strategies that improve learning outcomes. 

When you meet Holland Hall teachers, you will observe that they are joyful in their work with children, they are adaptive as they work to support all members of our close knit community. Our faculty appreciate the values of the Episcopal tradition and are committed to creating an outstanding experience for all who are a part of the Holland Hall School. 

Qualifications

Qualifications

Interested candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree, while a Masters degree is strongly preferred. Previous experience in college admissions or independent school college counseling is highly preferred. Preference will be given to applicants with a working knowledge of SCOIR, a college application management software, along with those possessing a broad knowledge of programs and requirements at a wide range of colleges and universities. Qualified candidates should have exceptional organization and communication skills, along with the ability to handle numerous projects and interruptions. An established professional network among the college admission and college counseling community is desirable.

Working Conditions

• The faculty work day is 7:45-3:45, with other duties as assigned outside this time frame.
• Work may include time indoors and outdoors.  
• Work will include moderate travel by car and by air (professional conferences, college visits, local receptions/workshops).
• Activities include walking, standing, bending, kneeling, lifting, talking, hearing and visually acuity.  
• Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
• This position is not eligible for telecommuting.