Job Description:

WHO WE ARE

Holland Hall was established in 1922 and currently serves approximately 1,000 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 and faculty of diverse racial, cultural, and religious backgrounds.

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. 

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

THIS POSITION 

The Director of College Counselor position reports to the Head of Upper School and serves as the leader of a four-member college guidance team consisting of the director, two college counselors, and an administrative assistant who also serves as Registrar. Upper School classes are divided alphabetically and each counselor has responsibility for approximately 30 students per grade. Counselors are committed to providing exceptional support and service to students and their families in the college search, application, and enrollment process. Counselors hold conferences with students and parents at various times throughout the year and co-teach a 10th grade quarter-long seminar class and an 11th grade college seminar class each spring semester. They advocate for each student in a college letter of recommendation. The counselors visit college/university campuses and participate in college-sponsored campus tours and programs. Each counselor should maintain a strong commitment to professional and leadership development. On campus, they are expected to participate in the activities of the Upper School during and after school hours, including some weekends.

DIRECTOR DUTIES

• Leads and manages the College Counseling office 




• Establishes and maintains positive and constructive relationships with college admission offices on behalf of the School and the students




• Researches, understands, and applies current trends in college admission




• Represents College Counseling and the School at various school and civic events




• Counsels students and families to help guide them through the research, self-assessment, and the application process




• Oversees the updating, redesigning, and publishing of the annual School Profile




• Has institutional oversight of submitting school materials in support of students




• Oversees standardized testing offered by the School (PSAT, SAT, PreACT, ACT) and supervises a testing coordinator




• Coordinates the 10th and 11th grade PSAT test each fall and the ACT test for 11th grade each spring




• Provides oversight of the SCOIR database and provides training for students and faculty in its use




• Provides regular and effective communication with families, including various meetings throughout the school year on the topic of college admissions 




• Oversees and presents workshops and meetings for parents, students, and faculty
  Visits college and university campuses regularly and fostering relationships on behalf of the School




• Participates in professional organizations regionally and nationally and seeks out leadership rolls




• Takes advantage of varied professional development opportunities




• Participates in the life of the School and serves on various faculty/administrative committees including the Department Heads Committee and Student Support Team




• Invites and secures visiting college leadership for the School’s Annual College Forum and coordinates the College Forum event




• Finalizes the college office calendar for each year




• Manages SCOIR for the School




• Manages NCAA for the School




• Helps lead/coordinate commencement rehearsal each spring




• Coordinates FAFSA information nights and FAFSA workshop events




• Collaborates with administration regarding school initiatives with a mind toward creating innovative programs that develop unique skills in our students and distinguish them during the application process

The above essential functions are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills. Employees are expected to perform other job-related duties as assigned.  

QUALIFICATIONS

Interested candidates must have a Bachelor's degree. A Master’s is strongly preferred. A minimum of 5 years 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 highly desirable. As the school is implementing competency based learning practices, with an emphasis on mastery learning, a candidate with experience in these areas will be given preference. 

Working Conditions

• 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.

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.

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