Neev Academy Hiring For College counsellor at Bengaluru, Karnataka Full Time

Creating a culture of academic excellence and self-directed learners who take charge of their application process.

Achieving the SAC’s mission to support all students in the areas of academic achievement, personal/social development, choices and career development

The College Counsellor works closely with members of the Student Advancement Cell, Programme Coordinators, Teachers, and external consultants

Reporting to: Head – Student Advancement Cell

Overall responsibilities

Plan, design and provide structured career and college counselling support to all students from grade 9 to 12

Coordinate the internal college admissions process and external consultants

Consult with AD – SAC regarding department goals

Maintain relationships with the admission representatives and be an advocate of students at colleges and universities

Communicate with parents and students regarding the college admission process and have the overall responsibility for preparing and sending college applications

Work with faculty to integrate college-related skills (i.e., essay writing, interviewing, etc.) into regular curricula.

Attend and contribute to SAC and programme/grade level meetings

General administrative duties such as maintaining databases and records of students.

Assist in operational plans and perform related duties as assigned

Provide regular report to the AD: SAC on the overall programme and individual students

Specific responsibilities:
College Counselling

Provide college counselling to students

Plan the college guidance process, and deadlines in consultation with the AD: SAC and programme coordinators

Plan, arrange and coordinate the college admissions visits for parents and students

Build and maintain relationships with admission professionals

Maintain upto date contact details of college admission professionals

Coordinate information about visits, deadlines, college fairs both internally (students and parents) externally on social media

Guide students in understanding and using Cialfo

Maintain relevant school records such as transcripts, report cards, high school profile

Educate parents about the college admission process.

Coordinate and manage online college meetings. Follow up as appropriate by email and/or Zoom/Teams

Meet with students and parents individually and as a group to guide them through the college application process

Reviewing Essays

Reviewing university lists

Coordinating with teacher’s for LOR’s

Reviewing final applications

and timely submission of applications

Monitor individual student progress through out the process

Handle all queries by parents and students on the application process.

Maintain a strong knowledge of colleges and universities. Stay current on high education changes

Career Counselling

Plan and administer group career guidance sessions

Conduct individual and group guidance sessions to help students make informed career decisions

Determine appropriate, aptitude and interest assessments required to assist students in career decisions

Analyze and interpret career assessment results and incorporate them in career counselling sessions

Plan and conduct career talks and career fairs by experts

Develop partnerships with organization’s for job shadowing for students

Coordinate and run all CollegeBoard Exams in schools – SAT, PSAT, NMSQT & AP Exams