GEORGETOWN PREPARATORY SCHOOL MASTER·Rockville, Maryland
The College Counselor supports high school students through the college exploration, application, and decision-making process. Key duties include providing individual counseling, writing recommendation letters, and advising on financial aid and athletic recruitment.
School seeks a compassionate, detail-oriented, and student-focused College Counselor to join our College Counseling Office. This individual will support high school students throughout the college exploration, application, and decision-making process. The role requires a collaborative professional with experience in college counseling or college admissions, a deep understanding of the college landscape, and a strong commitment to student-centered guidance.
Provide individual and group counseling to students in all aspects of the college application process, including self-assessment, researching colleges, essay writing, and interview preparation. Maintain regular communication with students and families to ensure clarity, timeliness, and encouragement throughout the college admission cycle. Review and provide feedback on student applications and essays. Compose detailed and personalized letters of recommendation for seniors. Collaborate with the College Counseling team to plan and deliver grade-level programming, parent meetings, and college workshops. Liaise with college admission representatives during school visits and virtual sessions. Utilize college counseling software (e.g., Scoir, Common Application) to track applications and manage student data. Stay current with trends in college admissions and financial aid. Support students navigating the athletic recruitment process, including understanding NCAA eligibility requirements, coordinating with coaches, and advising on how athletic interest intersects with the college list-building process. Guide students in building balanced, well-researched college lists that reflect both academic fit and personal goals, including school size, culture, geography, and intended area of study. Advise students and families on financial aid processes, including FAFSA, CSS Profile, merit aid strategy, and interpreting financial aid award letters. Support students in developing their personal narrative and extracurricular positioning beginning in 9th and 10th grade, not solely during the senior application cycle. Attend relevant internal meetings and contribute positively to the school’s broader academic and community life.
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education, counseling, or a related field preferred Minimum of three years of experience in college counseling or college admissions Excellent writing, speaking, and interpersonal skills Familiarity with the college admission process and a wide variety of colleges and universities Demonstrated ability to work closely and effectively with high school students and families Strong organizational and time-management skills Experience working in an independent school setting is a plus
A bachelor's degree is required, with a master's degree in education or counseling preferred. Candidates must have at least three years of experience in college counseling or admissions.
Market context
In Maryland, college counselor roles are typically sought by schools that want stronger college planning, application support, and student advising. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a bachelor’s degree, a master’s in education or counseling, and at least three years of college counseling or admissions experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to highlight advising outcomes and admissions experience.