Program Counselor

Sotheby's Institute of Art; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,796; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing with roommate and meals provided

Chaperoned events and trips to local NYC attractions

Diverse team environment

Job summary

A leading educational institution in New York seeks a Program Counselor for their Pre College 2026 program. This role includes assisting students with check-in, orienting them to program activities, and facilitating recreational events. Candidates must have at least a Bachelor's degree in progress, excellent communication skills, and a passion for working with high-school students. The position offers $18 per hour and housing, ensuring a safe and engaging community for participants.

Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• 1+ years of residential life experience (e.g., summer camp, boarding school, college campus).
• CPR certified or willing to obtain certification prior to program start.

Responsibilities

• Assist in residential check-in and check-out process for students.
• Support student orientation events and community-building activities.
• Enforce program policies to ensure safety.
• Plan and lead recreational events.

Skills

Outgoing disposition

Flexible

Strong communication

Leadership abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree or in progress

Tools

Microsoft Office

Orah

Pronto

Canvas

Job description

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Pay Range: $18.00/hr – $18.00/hr (Hourly basis)

Job Title: Program Counselor, Pre College 2026
Organization: Edconic
Department: Residential and Student Life
Reports to: Senior Program Counselor, Residential Hall Assistant Director, Residential Hall Director

Program Information

Edconic Pre–College programs provide students with an immersive environment in which they learn, investigate, and explore while having fun and discovering friends, mentors and instructors who share their passions and interests. The programs leverage the expertise of partner brands such as Sotheby’s Institute of Art, The New York Times, Vogue College of Fashion, Manchester City Sports Business School, and Wired Education, encouraging students to take their learning beyond the classroom and into the real world.

About Edconic

Knowledge is our passion. We thrive at the intersection of business and education, building a global reputation for developing world‑class learning programs that nurture future industry leaders.

Our mission is to empower lives through education. We help students transform their passions into meaningful, fulfilling career trajectories by delivering relevant, experiential courses taught by industry experts from the world’s best brands.

Edconic has operated for two decades, starting with the acquisition of the London campus of Sotheby’s Institute of Art in 2003. We have built a portfolio of world‑class academic programs with iconic brands including Sotheby’s Institute of Art, The School of the New York Times (est. 2016), Vogue College of Fashion (acquired 2023), Manchester City Sports Business School, and Wired Education. Edconic is owned by Cambridge Information Group (CIG), a family‑owned investment firm focused on long‑term ventures in education, technology, and information services.

Program Counselor Responsibilities

Program Counselors play a crucial role in the residential and social aspects of our pre‑college programs, maintaining a safe living and learning community by upholding the Student and Family Handbook and building community among the students. As a live‑in position (up to 40 hours per week, with housing), PCs provide supervision, advisement, and engagement opportunities for students residing on campus for the duration of the program.

• Assist in the residential check‑in and check‑out process, ensuring all students are moved into their room and understand the policies.
• Present and support student orientation events, including diversity, equity, and inclusion sessions and community‑building activities.
• Support students’ physical and mental health and refer them to appropriate resources as needed.
• Attend weekly staff meetings.
• Enforce program policies and procedures to ensure safety, documenting violations and incidents.
• Mediate roommate and peer conflicts.
• Manage student and staff interactions using student management software.
• Abide by Curfew and Proximity policies as scheduled.
• Plan and lead recreational and social events such as movie nights, arts events, community‑building activities, and outings.
• Assist with administrative tasks using technology such as Orah, Pronto, Canvas, Microsoft Office, and other online software.
• Support the program through other duties as assigned.

PCs will typically work in the afternoons and evenings and are expected to use a mobile phone for communication with staff and students.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Outgoing disposition with enthusiasm for working with high‑school students.
• Establish a nurturing, inclusive community and encourage positive self‑expression.
• Flexible, highly adaptable, and comfortable responding to an ever‑changing environment.
• Highly motivated and comfortable taking initiative.
• Exercise sound judgment, enforce rules, and assume leadership roles.
• Interest in New York City culture and comfort exploring it with students using mass transit.
• Willing to live onsite.

Education, Work Experience & Licensure

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree or currently completing one.
• 1+ years of residential life experience (e.g., summer camp, boarding school, college campus).
• CPR certified or willing to obtain certification prior to program start.
• Two professional references required.

Program Schedule & Dates

• Virtual Training: May 26‑27 and May 29, 2026
• Move‑in: May 31, 2026
• Term 2: June 22‑July 3, 2026
• Term 3: July 5‑July 17, 2026
• Term 4: July 19‑July 31, 2026
• Move‑out: August 1, 2026

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a passionate, diverse team.
• Housing with a roommate and meals provided.
• Chaperoned events and trips to local NYC attractions.
• Hourly salary of $18.00/hr.

Language Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent command of the English language.
• Additional language proficiency is a plus.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, travel up and down stairs, crouch, stoop, and reach.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Other Requirements

All staff will work closely with minors and must complete all training related to protection of minors. A personal cell phone is required for communication.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Edconic is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.