Lead Associate Dean, College Counseling & Admissions

Crossroads School For Arts & Sciences; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Crossroads School For Arts & Sciences in Santa Monica, CA is seeking an Associate Dean of College Counseling to provide individualized college counseling services to students. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Responsibilities include meeting with students, writing recommendation letters, and engaging in community events.

The school values innovative programming and is looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience in college counseling or similar areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in college counseling, admissions, or teaching.
• Experience with diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives is essential.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Meet with seniors to create and finalize college lists and review applications.
• Write personalized letters of recommendation.
• Participate in office-sponsored programming and community events.
• Engage in Equity and Social Justice programming.

Skills

Listening skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Spanish language fluency

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Scoir

Blackbaud

Google Docs

Job description

Crossroads School For Arts & Sciences in Santa Monica, CA is seeking an Associate Dean of College Counseling to provide individualized college counseling services to students. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Responsibilities include meeting with students, writing recommendation letters, and engaging in community events.

The school values innovative programming and is looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience in college counseling or similar areas.