College & Academic Counselor

The King's Academy • Sunnyvale, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

TKA is a Christ-centered school grounded in a Biblical worldview, and we are looking for a College & Academic Counselor who is a follower of Jesus Christ and is dedicated to the school’s Christ-centered mission. The primary responsibility of the College & Academic Counselor is to advise students on all academic and college planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required, Masters degree preferred
• 3+ years of college/academic counseling experience in a high school setting required
• Certification in (or in process) College Counseling, Pupil Personnel Services preferred
• A broad and varied array of colleges and universities in the United States
• The application process for public and private colleges and universities (in and out-of-state)
• Broad knowledge of academic programs in the Bay Area (both public and private schools)
• The fundamentals of financial aid for college
• Strong leadership qualities and mentoring skills
• Excellent skills in communicating both orally and in written form
• Able to work both independently and in a team setting
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Ability to learn new computer software systems
• Commitment to loving and serving Jesus Christ and supporting the school’s mission
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, flexible, resourceful, and solution-oriented
• Able to understand, love, and relate to students
• Must be active in or pursuing community in a local Christian body of believers
• Must have compatible theology in line with TKA's Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Agreement
• Required to use the computer throughout the day
• Work will be performed from the campus
• Will move throughout the campus during the day
• May occasionally have to lift up to 20 pounds
• Work is generally performed, year round Monday-Friday from 7:45 am to 3:15 pm
• This position will occasionally require you to work nights, weekends, and overnights (for trips/events). As much advance notice as possible will be provided.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Naviance is preferred

Responsibilities

• Mentor a group of students by meeting daily as part of the school’s home group program
• Advise students on course selections, standardized testing, and college options
• Assist with the AP process (including communicating committee decisions)
• Support and attend approximately 6 evening presentations for students and parents
• Attend and monitor visits to The King's Academy from college admissions representatives
• Present summer college essay camp to rising 12th graders
• Participate in weekly CAC team meetings, Open House, Back-to-School Night, 1-2 9th grade students of concern meetings (1-2/year)
• Coordinate students with schedule changes
• Help proctoring standardized tests
• Collaborate with faculty when student concerns arise
• Follow-up with individual students and teachers as needed to address concerns/issues
• Collaborate across multiple departments to address individual student needs
• Attend school retreats, staff meetings, and annual service trips

Benefits

• TKA offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Additionally, TKA has an HSA and FSA plan, Employee Assistance Program, 403(B) base with matching contributions, basic life insurance, paid time off, and paid professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level