College & Career Academy Counselor

Laurel Springs School; West Chester (Chester County); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurel Springs School seeks an Academy Counselor to support grades 6-12 in academic, college-career, and social-emotional development. You will collaborate with students, families, and staff to tailor guidance using online tools and personalized strategies.

Ideal candidates bring a master’s in counseling, state certification, and 5+ years in school counseling, with strong experience guiding students through college applications and transcript reviews.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in School Counseling.
• Active School Counseling certification and compliance with background checks.
• 5+ years of experience counseling or in a school setting supporting high school students.
• Extensive experience supporting students through the college application process.
• Experience developing student schedules and academic plans.

Responsibilities

• Support academic, college-career, and social-emotional development for grades 6-12 students.
• Review transcripts and assist with course schedules for admitted students.
• Ensure students meet academic standards for promotion, graduation, and college acceptance.
• Provide high-touch support to help students reach post-secondary goals.
• Lead counseling department webinars, events, and activities.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop comprehensive programming.
• Communicate with students, parents, teachers, and administrators via multiple channels.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in professional development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Counseling experience

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in School Counseling

Active School Counseling certification

Tools

G-Suite

Learning Management Systems

Student Information Systems

Job description

Laurel Springs School seeks an Academy Counselor to support grades 6-12 in academic, college-career, and social-emotional development. You will collaborate with students, families, and staff to tailor guidance using online tools and personalized strategies.

Ideal candidates bring a master’s in counseling, state certification, and 5+ years in school counseling, with strong experience guiding students through college applications and transcript reviews.