This is a full time faculty position in the College Office.  The Associate Director of College Counseling is responsible for:

• Meeting with juniors and their parents to create a list of prospective target colleges
• Providing guidance to students regarding standardized testing, academic course selection, college admissions procedures, and financial aid
• Writing recommendations for a portion of the senior class
• Mentoring students through the writing process
• Holding students accountable for related deadlines
• Advocating for students at the colleges to which they applied
• Supporting families efforts in final selection for college enrollment
• Assisting with revisions of the annual College Manual, school profile, web page updates and other related documents
• Advising at the 11^th grade level and all other duties related to being a faculty member including the possibility of some teaching
  
  The Associate Director must also participate in large and small group presentations to students and parents, as well as work closely and collaboratively with Friends Academy administration, faculty and staff.  Additionally, the associate director must represent the school to college admissions representatives, visit college campuses and attend professional conferences.   

A successful candidate will hold a Bachelors degree; an MA in education is preferred.  Understanding of the mission of a Quaker school is important for this position as well as experience in admissions at the undergraduate level.  Strong interpersonal skills are essential as is a proven excellence with interview skills, writing and communication skills.  Strong technical skills are also important so knowledge of Naviance, the UCAS application, Common Application, and college websites is beneficial.