2026-2027 Associate Director of College Counseling and Academic Advisor

Job Description

Job Description

Norfolk Collegiate is seeking an Associate Director of College Counseling & Academic Advisor to support students in grades 9-11 in their academic and personal growth, helping them develop the skills, self-awareness, and planning strategies that lead to successful college outcomes. This role bridges academic advising and college counseling, integrating course selection with long-term college planning. The Associate Director works closely with students, families, and faculty to ensure each student's academic path aligns with their interests and future goals. This is an 11 month position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group guidance for grades 9-11 focused on academic planning, college awareness, graduation requirements, and long-term goal setting
• Design and deliver programming that promotes college readiness, effective study habits, time management, and personal development
• Interpret PSAT, SAT, and ACT data and communicate results to students and families
• Support the Director of College Counseling with college-related events, college representative visits, and family information sessions; assist the Director in writing letters of recommendation and college list building for seniors
• Maintain active membership in professional organizations (VAIS, PCACAC, NACAC) and visit college campuses to stay current on admissions trends
• Collect, organize, and distribute scholarship and merit-based awards opportunities as well as summer postsecondary experiences and internships

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in counseling, education, or a related field
• Experience in college admissions or high school college counseling/academic advising, preferably within an independent school setting
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to large audiences

Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, resume, three professional references, an unofficial copy of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate degrees, and, if applicable, teacher certifications.

Norfolk Collegiate is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

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