The Director of College Counseling provides a vision and strategic direction for the development of programs and workshops for students, families, and colleagues; and conducts outreach and develops relationships with colleges, universities, and other organizations.  The Director of College Counseling’s personal and professional skills match the School’s culture and the mission and vision of Antilles School is reflected in all efforts. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide individual college counseling for students and parents.
• Meet with students to assess their personal strengths and goals for college.
• Help students select a balanced list of schools to which to apply.
• Assist students in completing applications and essays.
• Keep students on track with deadlines.
• Prepare students for college and scholarship interviews.
• Write the School Counselor letters of recommendation.
• Create and deliver regular parent education programming.
• Meet one-on-one with individual families to consult on financial aid strategies.
• Work with parents as needed throughout the process.
• Support students and families in weighing offers and making colleges choices.
• Participate in planning, presentation, and sponsorship of all office programming, including evening and weekend commitments.
• Pursue professional development by visiting college campuses, attending regional/national conferences, engaging in college-sponsored events, and participating in professional organizations (including NACAC, ACCIS, College Board, ACT, and financial aid workshops).
• Communicate and keep the other areas of the school informed.
• Work collaboratively and collegially with all faculty and administrators.
• Oversee the academic counseling process for students in grades nine through twelve.
• Organize presentations of ninth and tenth grade seminars in early spring to go over academic planning.
• Meet with parents at evening meetings about course planning.
• Make sure that courses have been approved by the NCAA and help students with the eligibility process.
• Manage and support outreach, college visits, and relations.
• Build and foster strong relationships with college admissions offices.
• Coordinate visits from college representatives to the school.
• Coordinate office visits to colleges and college fairs.
• Participate in NACAC meetings and workshops when appropriate.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the school and external entities.
• Ensure the college counseling website and external communications are accurate and up to date.
• Produce the annual college profile.
• Manage and delegate responsibilities related to the relationships with the College Board and standardized testing.
• Stay current with trends in national testing.
• Oversee the process for providing testing for all Upper School students.
• Keep students informed of deadlines for SAT and ACT tests.
• Process National Merit applications.
• Engage students and parents early and appropriately to inspire confidence while disseminating accurate and timely information.
• Use data effectively to inform the work and to educate families.
• Remain well-informed about best practices and changes in college admissions nationally, continually adapting to ensure that the school is responding nimbly – particularly in the era of COVID-19.
• Be a forceful and persuasive advocate for the best interests of students, reinforcing the school’s values and its commitment to promoting fit over rankings.
• Uphold the School’s mission, vision, and values, acting in a manner that sets the highest example for the students of the school. Accordingly, maintain integrity, honor, responsible citizenship, and respect for the rights of others.
• Actively support the School’s efforts in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Head of School or the Head’s designee.