Career Guidance Counsellor

Job Description

The Career Guidance Counsellor will be supporting students in the Senior School (Grades 6 to 12 / Year 7 to 13), and especially those in the IBDP programme, in exploring academic and career pathways, navigating university admissions, and preparing for life beyond school. The role will be focusing on delivering personalized guidance, resources, and strategic support to help students make well-informed and confident decisions about their futures. Key Responsibilities: 1. Providing Personalized Student Guidance Conducting individual and group counselling sessions to support students with academic planning, subject selection, and future goals. Using assessments and discussions to help students identify their strengths, interests, and potential career paths. Advising on curriculum choices aligned with each student’s long-term academic and career objectives. 2. Guiding University Applications Advising students and parents on application procedures, timelines, and testing requirements for global university systems. Supporting students in drafting personal statements, statements of purpose, resumes, and interview preparation. Writing comprehensive and individualized school recommendations, and submitting required counsellor reports and evaluations. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of student applications, progress, and outcomes. 3. Organizing Events and Building Networks Planning and hosting university fairs, career days, and industry speaker sessions. Meeting with visiting university representatives and facilitating student engagement. Building and maintaining relationships with university admissions officers and relevant professional networks Delivering informative presentations to students and parents on topics such as admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and summer programmes. 4. Integrating Career Education into the Curriculum Collaborating with teachers and coordinators to embed career-related learning into subject areas and advisory sessions. Leading workshops on essential life and academic skills such as time management, goal setting, and college readiness. Encouraging students to develop personal portfolios and digital content such as blogs for university applications. 5. Communicating with Stakeholders Maintaining consistent communication with students, parents, and faculty regarding career guidance and university plans. Serving as the lead advisor for senior classes and guiding them through the college preparation process and key deadlines. Updating families regularly through emails, meetings, and bulletins about test dates, application timelines, and university visits. Publishing essential information, such as the school profile and grade distribution data, on internal and external platforms. 6. Managing Testing and Administrative Duties Overseeing the administration of standardized tests, including PSAT, AP, SAT, ACT, and TOEFL. Working with academic staff to compile and submit transcripts, predicted grades, and supporting documents. Tracking college admissions decisions and reporting on student placements and trends to school leadership. Assisting with the admissions process for new students entering Grade 11 (IBDP). Essential Experience / Qualifications Required Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Counselling, Education, Psychology, or a related field. Professional certification in Career or College Counselling (preferred). 3–5 years of experience in a similar role within an international or multicultural school environment. Strong understanding of international higher education systems and global university admissions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills