Assistant Director of College Counseling

Latin School of Chicago is hiring an Assistant Director of College Counseling starting Fall 2026.

Latin School of Chicago provides its students with a rigorous and innovative educational program in a community that embraces diversity of people, cultures and ideas. Latin inspires its students to pursue their passions and lead lives of purpose and excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a College Counselor who has a passion for exploring teaching and supporting students in an outstanding academic environment.

The Assistant Director of College Counseling administers all aspects of the college search and counseling process. This person works with a caseload of students, writes official school recommendations and takes on various administrative roles in the office that suit their needs and interests and enhance the programs of the college office.  This role is relationship driven, and candidates must have a stellar ability to connect with students and families, creating trusting, caring, and appropriate relationships. 

The salary range for this position is $80,000  to $90,000, not including an outstanding insurance and benefits package.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inform all Upper School students, parents and faculty about colleges, the college admissions process, trends, procedures, and testing
• Advise and support approximately 30-40 students as they transition from high school to college
• Help to shape college lists, guide and recommend students for college admission
• Work closely with the Director to help shape programs, policies and procedures that enhance the college counseling program at Latin
• Facilitate meetings with juniors and seniors and their families to discuss researching colleges and making individual college choices
• Host meetings with college admissions representatives while serving as a liaison to college admissions offices throughout the year
• Travel to several colleges each year to remain in touch with the landscape and state of higher education
• Assist in the administration of the PSAT and AP Exams, and other potential testing
• Assist or manage special projects such as communications, events, underclassmen programming, and case studies
• Commit to enhancing an inclusive school community based on cultural competence, commitment to social justice, and respect for all voices
• Other duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree is preferred.
• 3 years’ experience in college counseling and admissions experience
• Some college or university undergraduate admissions experience is preferred

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong communication skills, including both written and public speaking;
• High emotional intelligence and empathy including the ability to create responsive, caring and appropriate relationships with students, parents and colleagues
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience in counseling, especially with a lens toward college and university admissions and adolescent development
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet proscribed, external deadlines
• Strong collaborative teamwork skills
• Digital competence including familiarity with database management systems such as Maia Learning, Naviance, College Kickstart or SCOIR
• A growth mindset about progressive and innovative changes in high school curriculum and college education
• Familiarity with diverse ways of engaging students over a range of learning styles enhanced by a desire to try new approaches
• Flexibility, good humor, and a team spirit necessary for working within a dynamic and experienced college counseling department serving secondary school learners individually and in groups
• An understanding of the developmental needs of high school-aged adolescents and mentoring spirit when it comes to engaging students in the complex issues of today’s world and post-secondary transitions
• Interest in supporting the development of student writing skills as they relate to the college process
• The ability to function well under stress and time constraints
• A strong interest in professional development and relationship building within the school community and counseling profession
• Willingness to travel and work evenings/weekends occasionally

FOR ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATION:
Latin School of Chicago is committed to bringing together a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. We encourage candidates who represent the broad, diverse community to which we aspire. Latin School of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive school experience for all.

Latin School embraces diversity of people, cultures, and ideas and is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000