Assistant Director of College Advising
Location
Arlington, TX | United States
Job description
- Create a warm and responsive atmosphere for all Oakridge families
- Advise and support a group of approximately 35-40 juniors and seniors, respectively, and their families throughout the entire college search, application, and financial aid processes
- Write highly individualized letters of recommendation in support of students
- Lead PSAT/NMSQT and AP administrations
- Attend weekly staff meetings and monthly Upper School faculty meetings
- Advise faculty in their writing of teacher recommendations
- Build and maintain relationships with colleges and universities
- Meet with visiting college representatives
- Visit college/university campuses and participate in college-sponsored campus tours
- Participate in the planning and implementation of a wide range of college workshops and special events to educate and support Oakridge students and parents
- Participate in and fully support Upper School activities, including Admission events
- Participate in NACAC, TACAC, and ACCIS
- Serve August through the first full week in June with occasional evening/weekend programs, including some travel
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of College Advising and Administration
School Mission:
The Oakridge School’s mission is to inspire students to seek their full potential in academics, the arts, and athletics in a challenging and nurturing environment that cultivates social responsibility, mutual respect, and personal integrity.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree (required) and Master’s degree (preferred)
- Three years of college advising and/or selective college admissions experience (preferred)
- Familiarity with Scoir and Veracross software (preferred)
- Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
- Ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse student and parent/guardian population
- Excellent written and verbal community skills
- Self-starter, takes initiative, and a collaborator
- Ability to meet deadlines
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