College Counselor

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Tulsa, OK 74135Position Overview The College Counselor assumes responsibility to help guide students with their post-secondary plans. As an employee of Bishop Kelley, you understand and agree that you will serve as a minister of the Catholic faith called to teach and act in faithful accordance with the precepts and teachings of the Catechism of the Catholic Church (“CCC”) and the local ordinary, the Bishop of the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma. As an employee, by both word and deed, you will serve as an integral part of the religious formation of the students entrusted to the School by their parents as part of their sacred vocation (cf. CCC n. 2201-203; 22 29). You will serve as a minister of the Catholic faith and will be called to give a personal witness to the Gospel at all times. Essential Job Functions Demonstrate a commitment to Catholic values and the promotion of the associated culture within a Catholic school Educate students and parents about colleges, the college admissions process, trends, procedures and testing; advising and supporting juniors and seniors and families as they go through the process, in order to assist them in developing post-secondary plans Meet with juniors and seniors, individually and in groups to talk about process and individual college choices. Collaborates with the Academic Counselors to advise all grades on curricular choices, as needed. Meet with all college admissions representatives and facilitate meetings between college representatives and students. Serves as a liaison with college admissions offices throughout the year. Assists students in overall career education including coordination of Career Day and Internships. Assists in compiling an annual school profile. Works with Registrar to maintain records for all students including GPA’s and transcripts. Writes school recommendations for seniors and/or any student(s) as requested, gathering information from parents, teachers, school records and the students themselves. Completes all Secondary School Reports and mid-year report forms requested by colleges, including evaluations of students. Provide updated resources to all juniors each spring, which includes extensive assembly of information about the college search and admissions process. Keep parents informed of colleges visiting our campus, scholarships, meetings, college information and matriculation lists, through the school website, individual/group emails, the school Connection, and junior parent meetings. Maintain Oklahoma Promise Records and disseminate to Academic Counselors. Meet with student athletes regarding NAIA and NCAA eligibility process and maintain accurate course listing for the NCAA eligibility center. Meet with National Merit candidates to complete the application process. Gather college acceptances and scholarship offers to be publicized at the Honors Assembly and in the graduation program. Coordinate and assist with implementation of school wide testing, assuming responsibility for ordering and administering at least one (or possibly more) of the following tests: PSAT, ACT, AP, SAT. Assist in disseminating data to students and parents. Perform other related duties as assigned. QualificationsPhysical Demands Lifting up to 25 lbs unassisted Frequent prolonged sitting. Periodic prolonged standing and walking. Manual dexterity for typing Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities) Works cooperatively with the Administration and supports administrative policies. Works as a team member with the educational staff. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with students and parents. Demonstrates leadership attributes in managing, delegating and prioritizing the work and team. Demonstrates a sense of professional responsibility. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Teaching certification in School Counseling preferred Educational and Experience Requirements Master’s Degree in School Counseling or comparable Previous experience in school counseling or College Admissions experience