Edison, New Jersey
Posted: 06-Jun-25
Location: Edison, New Jersey
Type: Temp to Full Time
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The Wardlaw+Hartridge School prepares students to lead and succeed in a world of global interconnection.
The Wardlaw+Hartridge School, located in Edison, New Jersey, seeks an experienced, dynamic, and resourceful College Counseling professional for a leave of absence position in our Upper School Division. The successful candidate will:
- Be deeply committed to providing a individualized college counseling experience; addressing the unique needs and priorities of each W+H student and their family
- Possess superior writing, editing, and communication skills to support seniors with supplemental essay review and editing, as well as interview preparation
- Help to coordinate and execute in-person and virtual college counseling events
- Send strategic, timely, and accurate communications to students and families regarding key deadlines and college-related updates throughout the admissions cycle
- Co-facilitate the College Counseling Seminar for juniors, ensuring content is delivered in an engaging, informative, and clear manner
- Collect, organize, and assess student assignments; maintaining detailed observational notes from meetings to support continuity of care for students upon transition
- Proactively anticipate student needs and potential challenges, developing appropriate plans and resources to address them
- Respond promptly and supportively to meeting requests and inquiries from students and parents, fostering a strong culture of accessibility and care
The selected candidate will serve as the assigned College Counselor to a caseload of between 25-30 seniors and juniors and participate fully in the life of the Wardlaw+Hartridge School, including effectively collaborating with colleagues and working to uphold the mission and vision of the school. The Wardlaw+Hartridge School strongly encourages applications from educators and professionals who will contribute to the rich diversity of our community.
Minimum Qualifications
All candidates must demonstrate a commitment to the school’s mission and core values of Integrity, Opportunity, Support, Diversity, Community and Sustainability.
A Bachelor's degree and prior college counseling experience, ideally in the independent school setting. A Master’s degree is preferred.
Interested and qualified candidates should send a letter of introduction, resume, and personal educational/counseling philosophy to: Faculty Hiring Committee, at jobs@WHschool.org.
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