Assisting and advising students and their families as they move through the college research, application, and selection process
Acting as an academic advisor to a small cohort of students
Reading and giving feedback on student essays
Writing letters of recommendation
Staying up-to-date on all college-related activities and assisting with college communications
Conferring individually with students about college and career opportunities, high school curriculum choices, and the athletic recruitment process
Advising students about course selections and the course scheduling process
Supporting college counseling team efforts with related platforms
Helping with the updating of office materials, including our college profile
Meeting with college representatives and establishing solid working relationships with admissions counselors
Using extensive knowledge of colleges and universities to help students find the best holistic fit
Engaging actively in the Brentwood School community
Acting as an advocate for students
Attending weekend and evening programming for families and students

At least five years of experience in admissions, college counseling, or a related field
A Bachelor’s degree is required, with advanced degrees preferred
Extensive knowledge of colleges and universities worldwide
Proficiency in MS Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Google Suite
The energy, patience, and sense of humor necessary to work effectively with high school students and their families

Associate Director – College Counseling

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