Online College Counselor

Full Time Remote College Counselor 

Founded in 2014, Dwight Global offers a rigorous college-preparatory program to students in grades 6-12 worldwide. In addition to Advanced Placement courses, Dwight Global is one of a select group of schools authorized to offer the IB Diploma Program online. Synchronous classes offered in fifteen time zones provide rich classroom engagement opportunities with a diverse and international student and faculty body. With 375+ students in our Upper School, grades 9-12, Dwight Global is guided by our philosophy of igniting the spark of genius in every child, and our online synchronous course schedule allows flexibility to students pursuing independent research and business, pre-professional/professional paths as athletes, dancers, artists, and musicians.

Dwight Global is a member of the Dwight School network. In addition to a “Campus in the Cloud,” Dwight has brick-and-mortar campuses in New York, London, Seoul, Shanghai, Dubai, and Hanoi.  Founded in 1872, The Dwight Schools is a world-renowned network of independent International Baccalaureate World Schools with a combined student body representing over 50 nationalities. Each school is independent yet connected to the central administration in New York, ensuring that students receive an excellent, personalized education.

With a student body representing 45 countries and faculty representing 20 different countries, Dwight Global strives to ensure that our environment is a place where everyone can thrive. At Dwight, we encourage diversity in all respects, including diversity of thought, embrace innovation, and foster collaboration and growth.

We consistently strive to advance equity, diversity, and a sense of belonging in all domains of  our community. to achieve and maintain equal employment opportunities, with policies in place to maintain a work environment free from discrimination. 

Title: College Counselor 

Full-Time

Position Overview

Dwight Global is seeking a self-directed, experienced, energetic, and empathetic College Counselor to guide 25-30 individual students yearly in the application process and to participate in the ongoing development, programming, and work of the College Counseling Office. The ideal candidate will start by June 2025 or earlier. 

Responsibilities

• Works alongside the DG College Counseling team in building and leading programs, new initiatives and workshops that educate and inform students and parents from grades 9-12
• Attend weekly staff meetings and additional student-specific and administrative meetings each week
• Attend an annual in-person orientation in September, most likely in NYC.
• Work closely with the Director of College Counseling, College Counselors, and Upper School administration to guide assigned students yearly through all aspects of the college exploration and application process starting in January of the student’s Grade 11 year. 

While doing so:

• Maintain a professional level of sensitivity to different family cultures and dynamics.
• Display a commitment to diversity and create a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Help students self-assess and research higher education and other post-secondary opportunities
• Counsel students and parents about college options and guide in the development of a balanced college list
• Support GAP Year students in Post-HS/Career Options
• Plan standardized testing strategies
• Develop and write official school letters of recommendations 
• Assist with all aspects of the financial aid process
• Support students in all stages of the essay writing process, from brainstorming topics to essay reviews to final draft reviews
• Review college applications and transcripts prior to submitting schools materials to colleges and universities

Raise awareness and appreciation for Dwight Global and stay informed by:

• Meeting with college representatives and admissions offices throughout the academic year, helping them understand and appreciate our school and student body.
• Visiting colleges and universities throughout the academic year and attending/participating in regional, national and international college admissions counseling conferences and forums.
• Participating in the life of the school beyond the college office, such as by advising a club, chaperoning trips, or by serving on internal committees within Dwight Global and The Dwight Schools network worldwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Prior college admissions experience is preferred, particularly international admissions
• Prior experience reviewing international HS transcripts preferred
• Prior knowledge/experience with NCAA eligibility/athletic recruitment is welcome
• 3+ years of successful experience working with students and their families in the college admissions process in a secondary school college counseling office and/or in a college admissions office
• An in-depth knowledge of colleges and universities, as well as a contextual grasp of the current college admissions landscape
• Strong understanding of the US financial aid process as well as financial costs of international universities
• A desire to work intensively and collaboratively with each grade of approximately 85-105 families, eagerly welcoming conversations and encouraging interaction among students, parents, and the college counseling office.
• Strong analytical writing skills
• Strong public speaking skills and the desire to participate in events for students, parents, and colleagues
• A team-oriented approach to all aspects of the college counseling process and a collaborative spirit of engagement in all professional endeavors
• Commitment to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community
• Willingness to engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Experience counseling a range of learners
• Eagerness to contribute positively to the Dwight Global community
• Ability to bring joy, kindness, maturity, and flexibility to the school environment

We’re ready to welcome your ideas, views, and your innovative and ambitious spirit. Interested candidates should submit their most recent resume and cover letter. 

We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and accessible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people or people with long-term health conditions. Please let us know if you would like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process or provide any information in an alternative format.

Dwight School’s goal is to achieve and maintain equal employment opportunities. It is also the policy of Dwight School to maintain a work environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, marital status, or other status protected by federal or state law, with regards to any term or condition of employment.