Academic Counsellor / Education Consultant / Student Advisor

Beacon Excellence Academy; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Excellence Academy in Singapore is seeking an Academic Counsellor / Education Consultant for a full-time position in a hybrid arrangement based in Singapore. The role focuses on meeting with students to understand their academic goals, offering guidance on course selection, and advising on standardized test preparation pathways.

You will conduct one-on-one and small group counseling sessions, support students in study planning, monitor progress, and collaborate with teaching staff while

Qualifications

• Proven student counseling and academic advising experience.
• Strong communication with students, families and staff.
• Career counseling to guide academic pathways.
• Knowledge of education systems and standardized tests (O/A Levels, SAT, GMAT, GRE).
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling or related field; experience in advisory role.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to work in hybrid environment; proficiency with basic office/tools; commitment to inclusive student-centered support.

Responsibilities

• Meet with students to understand academic goals and guide course selection.
• Advise on standardized test preparation pathways.
• Conduct one-on-one and small group counseling sessions.
• Help students plan study schedules and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and maintain accurate student records.
• Communicate with parents or guardians when appropriate.
• Contribute to workshops or information sessions on academic and career planning.
• Stay informed about education trends and admission requirements.

Skills

Student Counseling

Communication

Career Counseling

Organizational skills

Hybrid work environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education / Psychology / Counseling or related field

Job description

Role Description

This is a full-time Academic Counsellor / Education Consultant / Student Advisor role based in Singapore in a hybrid work arrangement, combining on-site responsibilities with some work-from-home flexibility. The role involves meeting with students to understand their academic goals, providing guidance on course selection, and advising on standardized test preparation pathways. The advisor will conduct one-on-one and small group counseling sessions, support students in planning study schedules, and monitor progress to ensure timely intervention when needed. Daily tasks include collaborating with teaching staff, maintaining accurate student records, communicating with parents or guardians when appropriate, and contributing to workshops or information sessions on academic and career planning. The role also requires staying informed about education trends, admission requirements, and test changes to provide up-to-date advice.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Student Counseling and Academic Advising skills to support learners in planning and achieving their educational goals.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication skills to engage with students, families, and colleagues in a clear, respectful, and professional manner.
• Candidates should possess Career Counseling skills to help students explore academic pathways and future career options aligned with their interests and strengths.
• Candidates should possess knowledge of Education systems and standardized tests (O/A Levels, SAT, GMAT, GRE) to provide accurate and practical guidance.
• Candidates should ideally have a bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field, along with prior experience in an academic advisory or student support role.
• Candidates should demonstrate strong organizational skills, the ability to work in a hybrid environment, proficiency with basic office and online collaboration tools, and a commitment to inclusive, student-centered support.