Are you passionate about guiding students through one of the most exciting and pivotal moments of their academic journey? The Meadows School is seeking an exceptional and dedicated College Counselor to join our dynamic team for the 2025-2026 academic year!

At The Meadows School, we believe in more than just preparing students for college — we empower them to make informed, confident decisions about their future. Our collaborative and student-centered approach ensures that each student receives the guidance, resources, and support they need to navigate the college admissions process with clarity and confidence. Nestled on our beautiful 40-acre campus in Summerlin, Nevada, The Meadows School serves approximately 990 students from PreK through 12th grade. Since our first graduating class in 1991, 100% of our graduates have been accepted into four-year colleges and universities. Join us in continuing this legacy of success!

What You'll Do:

As a College Counselor, you will play a critical role in helping students explore their post-secondary options and guiding them through the college admissions process. You will work closely with students, families, and faculty to ensure that each student is supported in achieving their academic and personal goals:

Individualized Student Support: Meet with students and families to explore college options, plan academics, navigate applications, and find financial aid and scholarship opportunities — all tailored to each student’s goals and strengths

College Application Process: Support students through the college application process by helping with essays, resumes, and interviews, writing recommendation letters, and connecting with college admissions offices on their behalf

Testing & College Readiness Programming: Manage AP, PSAT, and SAT testing, lead a week-long college tour for juniors, and host presentations on admissions, financial aid, and testing

Networking & Professional Development: Build relationships with college admissions reps, stay updated on education trends, and collaborate across departments to support students’ post-secondary goals

Engage in Professional Excellence: Collaborate and partner with the Director of Academics & Innovation and the Directors of College Counseling leadership to ensure a seamless experience for students and families

What We’re Looking For:

The ideal candidate is a dedicated, knowledgeable, and compassionate professional who is inspired to help students achieve their post-secondary goals with confidence and purpose:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field; Master’s degree is preferred
• 3-5 years of experience in college counseling and/or college admissions
• Extensive knowledge of a wide range of universities, including Ivy League, NESCACs, State Universities, and international institutions
• Excellent communication, organization, and public speaking skills
• Ability to work evenings and weekends for special programming, college trips, and events
• Proficiency with college admissions software such as Naviance, Scoir, or Cialfo, as well as Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
• A student-centered, solution-oriented approach with a commitment to ethical responsibility and confidentiality

Why Join The Meadows School?

At The Meadows School we encourage curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning, not just for our students, but for our staff as well. Here, discovery is celebrated, whether it’s in a trailblazing classroom innovation or a new professional challenge. We empower our teachers and staff to be lifelong learners, pioneers, and leaders in their fields. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy: a collaborative and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development and growth and the chance to make a lasting impact on students' lives in a school community that values tradition and innovation.

The Meadows School offers a robust benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision – Medical & Dental coverage for employee only, at no cost to the employee. Spouse and family coverage available at TMS group rates
• Life Insurance – $45,000 policy for each employee at no cost
• Disability – Long term disability for each employee at no cost after one year of full-time service
• 12 Week School Paid Child Care Leave for the birth or adoption of a child
• 6 Week School Paid Medical Leave after one year of full-time service
• Section 125 plan – all spouse or family premiums allowed on a pre-tax basis. Also, employee may choose to purchase additional coverage through Colonial Insurance at TMS group rates
• Retirement – In our non-contributory plan, TMS contributes 8% of employee base salary amount monthly. Employee is fully vested and has 100% ownership of all contributions. Additional employee contributions are allowed but not required. (Percentage of base salary increases to 9% after 7 yrs of service and 10% after 12 years of service)
• Employees are offered complimentary breakfast & lunch in our commissary
• Tuition Remission – children of employees receive 50% tuition remission, including being eligible to apply for need based financial aid

About The Meadows School

The Meadows School is a Pre-K–12 independent, non-profit, and non-sectarian college preparatory school set on a beautiful 40-acre campus in Summerlin, Nevada. Home to approximately 990 students, we take pride in our tradition of academic excellence — 100% of our graduates since our first graduating class in 1991 have been accepted into four-year colleges and universities. Our community is diverse, talented, and deeply committed to education, with faculty and staff who strive for excellence in their fields. At The Meadows, we’re dedicated to fostering an outstanding experience for both students and employees. As a valued member of our team, you’ll help uphold our mission and core values every day.

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