What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of College Counseling position at The International School of Texas?
About The International School Of Texas
In September 2013, The International School of Texas was founded by a group of 13 brave parents who shared a common vision of an exceptional education for their children: one that is marked by free thought, equal opportunity, and the development of our core values of Respect, Integrity, Confidence, Intellect, and Service. Over the years that passed, IST quickly outgrew its initial location and moved into a newly completed campus west of Austin. In August of 2024, we opened the doors to our new, state-of-the-art campus in the rolling hills of Bee Cave, and we launched our first cohort of high school students.
Since 2017, IST has been an authorized International Baccalaureate World School, currently offering the PYP and MYP. The International School of Texas is a candidate school for the Diploma Programme. IB World Schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to high-quality, challenging, international education—that we believe is important for our students.
Our Core Values: Respect | Integrity | Confidence | Intellect | Service
The International School of Texas is an equal opportunity employer.
The Position
The Director of College Counseling is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive, individualized college counseling program serving IST’s students and families. The Director supervises and carries out a program of group presentations and intensive individual counseling that extends throughout all phases of the college search process. The Director reports to the Head of Secondary School.
The school will enroll a small group of students in Grade 11 for the first time in August 2026, expanding to Grade 12 in August 2027. IST’s first graduating class will graduate in May 2028.
There may be a small teaching commitment required of this position. Candidates should state potential teaching subject areas in their application.
Qualifications And Personal Attributes
Successful candidates will demonstrate most of the following qualifications and attributes:
In September 2013, The International School of Texas was founded by a group of 13 brave parents who shared a common vision of an exceptional education for their children: one that is marked by free thought, equal opportunity, and the development of our core values of Respect, Integrity, Confidence, Intellect, and Service. Over the years that passed, IST quickly outgrew its initial location and moved into a newly completed campus west of Austin. In August of 2024, we opened the doors to our new, state-of-the-art campus in the rolling hills of Bee Cave, and we launched our first cohort of high school students.
Since 2017, IST has been an authorized International Baccalaureate World School, currently offering the PYP and MYP. The International School of Texas is a candidate school for the Diploma Programme. IB World Schools share a common philosophy—a commitment to high-quality, challenging, international education—that we believe is important for our students.
Our Core Values: Respect | Integrity | Confidence | Intellect | Service
The International School of Texas is an equal opportunity employer.
The Position
The Director of College Counseling is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive, individualized college counseling program serving IST’s students and families. The Director supervises and carries out a program of group presentations and intensive individual counseling that extends throughout all phases of the college search process. The Director reports to the Head of Secondary School.
The school will enroll a small group of students in Grade 11 for the first time in August 2026, expanding to Grade 12 in August 2027. IST’s first graduating class will graduate in May 2028.
There may be a small teaching commitment required of this position. Candidates should state potential teaching subject areas in their application.
Qualifications And Personal Attributes
Successful candidates will demonstrate most of the following qualifications and attributes:
- Master’s degree in education, counseling, or educational leadership preferred.
- Deep knowledge of U.S., U.K., Canadian, and other international university admissions processes.
- Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills with students, parents, faculty, and university partners.
- Cultural competence and experience working within diverse, multicultural environments.
- Record of success in guiding students to competitive universities while centering “fit” and purpose in the counseling process.
- Strong professional network within the global admissions community.
- Proficiency with college counseling technologies (Naviance, CommonApp, UCAS, etc.).
- Experience using Veracross is an advantage.
- Exceptional writing and public speaking skills.
- Collaborative leadership style