Career OpportunitiesMember schools may list open positions on our website. Please complete our form to have a position included here. Non-member schools or college admission-related organizations interested in a paid listing of a job opening should email Linda Pierre, ACCIS Director of Member Services and Operations. * AcceptU, College Counselor - Remote *non-member listing Ramaz School The Assistant Director of College Guidance is responsible for supporting the implementation of a comprehensive, student-centered college counseling program at Ramaz. This role involves advising students and families throughout the college search and application process, writing counselor recommendation letters, teaching a College Guidance Seminar course, and helping to coordinate college-related programming and communication. This is a part-time position requiring a three-day work week, responsiveness to email the other two days, and occasional work on evenings and weekends. To view full job description, click here. Please send resumes to [email protected]. The Altamont School The Altamont School is searching for an Assistant Director of College Counseling for the 2025-26 school year. We are looking for an experienced, energetic, and collegial team player who enjoys working with students and adults in a collaborative and inclusive academic environment. This individual will work to provide students and their families with information and assistance to navigate the college search and application process. For full job description and to apply, click here. Dexter Southfield Dexter Southfield is an independent school where boys and girls in Pre-K through Class 12 develop their individual talents and build an ethical foundation for life. Students learn to lead and serve with character, confidence, and compassion. At Dexter Southfield, we approach everything we do with enthusiasm and commitment, living by our School’s motto: “Our Best Today, Better Tomorrow.”
We are seeking strong candidates for the Assistant Director of College Counseling position, beginning in July 2025. At full strength, we are a team of four counselors and one office manager, working with graduating classes of approximately 120 students. We partner with students and families throughout the high school experience, providing education and guidance on all aspects of the college search, application, and selection process while also participating in the co-curricular life of the school. For the full job description, click here.
Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy The Associate Director of College Counseling participates in the implementation of Flintridge Sacred Heart’s college counseling program, specifically by counseling a cohort of students at each grade level (9-12). Salary Range: $65k - $85k salary (11-month contract). For full job description and to apply, click here. Beacon Academy Status: Full Time-Exempt, Ten Months Salary The College Counselor is a member of the administrative team, reporting directly to the Head of School. The College Counselor is responsible for executing the school's vision and mission by providing comprehensive information and support to students and families for postsecondary access and success. The College Counselor also builds and maintains relationships between the Academy and colleges and universities throughout the United States, and represents the school in local, regional, and national professional development organizations, including CACCA, IACAC, NACAC, and ACCIS. The College Counselor works closely with the Academic Dean, School Counselor, Learning Support Coordinator, International Baccalaureate Coordinator, Office of Admission, Office of Advancement, and Alumni Relations. The College Counselor collaborates with the Learning Support Coordinator to oversee standardized test coordination. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references from current and past employment and one personal reference from a close friend or colleague to [email protected] with “College Counselor Position” in the subject line. Interviewing will begin in May 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Germantown Academy Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades Pre-K-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices. We are seeking qualified candidates for the Assistant Director of College Counseling position beginning August 2025. This is a 10-month position which offers an excellent array of benefits and a highly competitive salary. The Assistant Director will be part of a highly experienced and collaborative team of four full-time college counselors. For full job description and to apply, click here. Sage Hill School Sage Hill School seeks a strategic and collaborative leader to serve as its next Director of College Counseling. The Director will also join Sage Hill at a critical and exciting moment, as the School prepares for the opening of a new Middle School in August 2026. As part of this expansion, the Director will serve as a visionary leader for Sage Hill’s college counseling strategy in a 7-12 environment. Sage Hill is relatively young and nimble, and that agility extends to a college counseling office unafraid to pivot, iterate, and test new approaches on the cutting edge of college counseling. This leader must resonate with that dual approach of high quality and high innovation, and a commitment to data analysis. The anticipated salary for this position is between $170,000 and $200,000 annually, commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience. Sage Hill has retained Isaacson, Miller, an international executive search firm, to assist in the recruitment of the Director of College Counseling. Please direct all inquiries, nominations, and applications to: Berkley Braden, Managing Associate Jonathan Sanchez, Senior Associate Rachel Banderob, Senior Search Coordinator, Isaacson, Miller. Click here for full job description. North Shore Country Day School North Shore Country Day School, a JK-12 independent school near Chicago, seeks a dynamic, full-time College Counselor for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. The new counselor will work collaboratively with our director of college counseling to advise, mentor, and guide approximately 200 Upper School students through all aspects of the college search and application process. While the North Shore college counseling philosophy encourages student independence and initiative, counselors also work closely with parents throughout the process. North Shore is eager to consider applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in independent school communities. Additional position information, including application details and salary range, is available here. Convent & Stuart Hall High Schools Based in the stunning Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco, you’d work with fantastic students across our Convent (girls) and Stuart Hall (boys) high schools. Of course, you'll also be alongside a supportive, collaborative counseling team that truly believes in balance, laughter, and summer breaks. The ideal candidate brings strong college admissions knowledge, excellent writing skills, a student-centered approach, and - this is very important - a good sense of humor. Please go to our school website, scroll to the bottom and click on 'careers'. Columbus School for Girls The College Counselor will join a team of colleagues who are energetic, creative and collaborative. The counselor will counsel, support, and mentor a diverse group of students and families. The counselor will stay abreast of trends and issues in the field, provide guidance to students and families applying for need-based financial aid, and present to students and families on the college application and selection process and on the landscape of college admissions. We seek a candidate who has excellent skills in listening, counseling, verbal and written communication, public speaking, creativity, and technology. Candidates should possess an understanding of the value of an all-girls education and the eagerness to learn about the best ways to help young women of promise reach their full potential as learners and leaders. Candidates should also have demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion, and have experience working with a diverse student population. For full job description and to apply, click here. Viewpoint School Viewpoint School, founded in 1961, is an independent, TK–12 coeducational day school in Calabasas, California, with 1,200 students, including 500 in the Upper School. Students represent 75 countries and 90 zip codes across Los Angeles, and nearly all graduates attend four-year colleges. The Associate Director of College Counseling is a 12-month position with a salary range of $105,000–$120,000, based on experience. Counselors are assigned to students beginning in 9th grade, supporting the college admission process, academic advising, and providing long-term mentorship. The office includes four counselors and a registrar/administrative assistant, with caseloads averaging 30–35 students per class. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume through the Careers page on Viewpoint School’s website. AcceptU AcceptU is seeking part-time college counselors. Prior admissions experience, either full-time or as a seasonal reader, is required. Counselors should have prior admissions experience at a highly ranked research university. Prior college counseling and/or independent consulting experience is valued but not required. College counselors are responsible for advising high school students on college planning topics, including early guidance, extracurricular profile development, school lists, application strategy, essay development and interview preparation. Counselors have flexible schedules and deliver a defined AcceptU curriculum to their students. AcceptU provides extensive training as well as ongoing professional development to all counselors. This is a fully remote position. Salary is determined based on experience and expected caseload. Requirements:
Episcopal High School Episcopal High School, a co-educational, college-preparatory school, located in central Houston, is seeking an Associate Director of College Counseling (or College Counselor) for the 2025-26 year. Ideally, the candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in college counseling or selective college admissions. This is a 12-month position. For full job description and to apply, click here. The Walker School The Walker School invites applications for an Associate Director of College Counseling. Walker’s college counseling program provides a comprehensive, individualized approach and challenges students to explore new and exciting educational opportunities. The Associate Director will work as part of a team in guiding students to identify colleges and universities that match their goals and values, developing relationships with students and families, and providing advice and encouragement through every phase of the process. Our department focuses on student well-being and developmentally appropriate programming related to the college process. Preference will be given to candidates interested in contributing to the full life of the school through coaching within the Middle or Upper School athletic program or sponsoring a major student organization. This position will begin August 2025. A full job description and application instructions can be found here. Agnes Irwin School The Agnes Irwin School in Bryn Mawr, PA, has engaged DovetailED to lead a search for a Director of College Counseling to start in the 2025-26 school year. Interested candidates should review the Opportunity Statement and submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to Zack Lehman, President at DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at [email protected]. Miami Country Day School The Director will be a visionary leader, an expert in college admissions, and an advocate for students as they navigate the complexities of the college application process. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic professional to build on MCDS’s tradition of excellence while adapting to the evolving landscape of higher education. Reporting to the Director of Upper School, the Director of College & Academic Counseling will oversee the continued development of a comprehensive 9th- 12th-grade C&AC curriculum and will engage deeply with students, families, faculty, and college admissions professionals. The Director will be an integral member of the Upper School leadership team, collaborating with faculty, student support staff, and the school community to ensure a holistic and personalized approach to college planning. For full job description, click here. DSG Storbeck has been exclusively retained for this engagement, which is being led by Matthew Marsallo and Christopher Bernard. Submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile. Nominations and inquiries can be sent to [email protected]. All inquiries are strictly confidential. Strake Jesuit College Preparatory Strake Jesuit welcome to the opportunity for candidates to joining a team of eight dynamic and talented professionals committed to doing student centered work. Working in a well resourced office and having professional development key in decision-making l, candidates would quickly join a team of committed professionals with decades of service. For full job description and to apply, click here. Francis Parker School The primary responsibilities of the Director of College Counseling are to support, guide and facilitate the college process, from research through application and matriculation. The Director of College Counseling collaborates with the other members of the College Counseling office to provide programming for large groups (i.e. grade levels) and individualized support for students and families. The Director of College Counseling leads the writing of the counselor recommendation for their students and monitors the components of the application process in consultation with the other Directors and the Dean. The Director of College Counseling is included in various campus committees that oversee student interests and the curriculum, and they participate in professional development opportunities that add to their knowledge base and serve the school. Finally, the Director of College Counseling, along with the other Directors of College Counseling, fulfills other duties determined by the Dean of College Counseling to ensure that every student and their families has a positive, supportive experience. For full job description and to apply, click here. |