Career Opportunities

Member schools may list open positions on our website. Please complete our form to have a position included here. Non-member schools or college admission-related organizations interested in a paid listing of a job opening should email Linda Pierre, ACCIS Director of Member Services and Operations. 

Salary transparency is an important equity-oriented practice. ACCIS strongly advocates for the inclusion of salary ranges in job postings whenever possible. Many states now require the inclusion of salary ranges. That said, we recognize that college counseling offices are often unable to provide salary ranges due to school policy; we also realize that some directors do not know the range for positions in their own departments. We ask that you please include as much context for salary as possible, from an actual range in the text of the posting, to "salary is based upon years of experience," to "school policy prevents sharing this information." If you are unable to provide a salary range, we encourage you to use the resources collated by Cynthia Cowan-Tsai LINKED HERE to engage in discussion with your head of school, CFO, and HR manager to begin or continue the conversation. If you are not in a position to share a salary range, we encourage you to provide context for salary within your post.  You will be asked about salary inclusion in the submission form. 

* AcceptU, College Counselor - Remote
Charlotte Country Day School, Associate Director of College Counseling - NC
* Collegewise, College Counselor - Nationwide
Germantown Academy, Director of College Counseling - PA
Marin Academy, Associate Director of College Counseling - CA
Oregon Episcopal School, Associate/Co-Director of College Counseling - OR
* Premium Prep College Counseling, Part-Time College Counselor - Remote
* Regis High School, Director of College Counseling - NY
St. George's School, Associate Director of College Counseling - RI
Woodberry Forest School, Assistant/Associated Director of College Counseling - VA

*non-member listing


Charlotte Country Day School
Location: Charlotte, NC
Position: Associate Director of College Counseling
Start Date: July 1, 2025

Charlotte Country Day School seeks an Associate Director of College Counseling to join our highly collaborative and dynamic team in supporting students and families through every part of the college admissions process. This role requires an individual deeply committed to serving our students and families with exceptional care, empathy, and detailed guidance. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills to foster trust and open communication with students, parents, and college representatives; a track record of successful relationship-building; familiarity with the goals and mission of a college preparatory independent school; the ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse and ambitious student and family population; a deep understanding of the college admission landscape, including a range of colleges, their academic programs, admission policies, and financial aid policies; and exceptional writing and editing abilities.

For full job desription, click here. Contact Nidhi McVicar with any questions. 


Oregon Episcopal School
Location: Portland, OR
Position: Associate/Co-Director of College Counseling
Start Date: August 1, 2025

Oregon Episcopal School seeks an Associate Director of College Counseling, to begin duties in August 2025. The Associate Director of College Counseling works as part of a team to carry out the OES college counseling program. This position reports directly to the director of college counseling.

Interested candidates should apply online. Link and full position description found here.


Regis High School
Location: New York, NY
Position: Director of College Counseling
Start Date: July 2025 or sooner

The Director of College Counseling will have an impressive record of success in preparing students to navigate the selective college admission process. The Director will lead an experienced team of professionals who work with students and their families to identify colleges which are both aspirational and realistic in today's competitive college admission climate. The Director will ensure that college counseling at Regis remains grounded in cura personalis, personalized care for each student as he strives to fulfill his potential in college and in life.

Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and oversee a college counseling roadmap for the 540 Regis High School students and their families, with intensive emphasis on the junior and senior classes, each of which has approximately 135 students.
  • Lead and manage the College Counseling team in a harmonious working relationship with faculty and administration to support students throughout the college process.
  • Offer grade appropriate general presentations to families at each grade level regarding the college search and college admission process.
  • Provide direct support to students beginning in the junior year as they research colleges and counsel them as they formulate their college lists.
  • Maintain strong channels of communication with families of juniors and seniors via email, phone, and meetings.
  • Manage a caseload of 35 juniors and 35 seniors each academic year and ensure the timely completion of recommendation letters by the College Counseling team for all seniors.
  • Establish working relationships with college admission professionals who visit Regis High School and Deans of Admission at the nation's most competitive institutions.
  • Establish presence in professional organizations such as NYSACAC, JHSCCA, and NACAC and encourage the College Counseling team to pursue professional development opportunities.
  • Counsel families regarding SAT/ACT test preparation services, including individual tutoring and prep courses.
  • Recommend a standardized test schedule for students beginning in the junior year.
  • Encourage families to explore scholarship opportunities and coordinate annual financial aid workshops which cover the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, the College Scholarship Service Profile Application, and merit scholarship programs offered by colleges.
  • Offer essay writing workshops and provide support to students as they prepare personal statements.
  • Ensure regular updates to the College Counseling website and the Regis High School Profile which is sent to colleges with all applications. Ensure timely transmission of transcripts to NCAA and applications to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
  • Prepare and present data reports as requested to the Principal, President and Board of Trustees.
  • Supports and is willing to advance the Catholic and Jesuit mission of the school. Works in collaboration with the administration in observing the principles and ideals for which Regis High School stands.

Qualifications

  • Five years or more of experience working in college counseling or selective college admission.
  • Excellent communication skills with the written and spoken word.
  • Must be goal-oriented, organized, energetic, optimistic, and collaborative with colleagues.
  • Kindness and a sense of humor are valued.

Education

  • Master’s degree preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

The Director of College Counseling is a 12-month, full-time staff position. The director reports to the Principal. Salary range is $150,000 – $200,000 commensurate with years of experience.

To view the full job description and to apply, click here.


Woodberry Forest School
Location: Woodberry Forest, VA
Position: Assistant/Associate Director of College Counseling
Start Date: July 1, 2025

Woodberry Forest School is one of the nation’s premier independent boarding schools for boys in grades nine through twelve. Located on 1,200 beautiful acres in Madison County, Virginia, near Charlottesville and Washington, DC, Woodberry is an all-residential school. We enroll approximately 400 students from the United States and abroad. Since our founding in 1889, Woodberry Forest has been recognized internationally as a leader in the education of boys.

The Assistant/Associate Director of College Counseling is a critical member of a four-person team including the Director of College Counseling, an Associate Director of College Counseling, and College Counseling Assistant and Test Coordinator.

The Assistant/Associate Director position is a full-time, twelve-month appointment. Woodberry college counselors work with students and families across all four years of high school, beginning with general programming in the freshman year, and building toward a pairing of counselor and student in the fall of the junior year. The Assistant Director will help students identify colleges of interest, support students in completing their applications, write thoughtful letters of recommendation, advocate appropriately for students, serve as a resource for parents, and participate in professional organizations, conferences, and college visit programs, both on and off-campus. The Assistant/Associate Director will also serve as the point person for the continuing development of our college counseling curriculum.

The ideal candidate will be a team player with excellent communication skills and a sense of humor. The role requires a desire to work closely with a range of talented students and a willingness to engage in the life of a residential school community. Candidates must be strong writers, good listeners, detail and deadline-oriented, and excited about working collaboratively with colleagues and students. A bachelor’s degree is required, as is professional experience in college admission and/or college counseling. As a member of a boarding school community, the Assistant/Associate Director will also be involved in other aspects of school life.

To view full job description and to apply, click here.


St. George's School
Location: Middletown, RI
Position: Associate Director of College Counseling
Start Date: July 1, 2025

The Associate Director of College Counseling, as a member of an office that is at the forefront of the profession nationally, will guide St. George's students through a complex college landscape, advising and advocating for every student in a personal, positive, and professional manner. We seek dynamic and collaborative candidates who will energetically participate broadly in the life of the school while also possessing the skills and expertise to help advance the school’s equity and inclusion strategic plan.

Responsibilities include:

  • Assist the Director of College Counseling in the design and implementation of a program that offers individual and group meetings, as well as family programming, to guide students as they search for, apply to, and enroll in college.
  • Work closely with families to support those applying for aid; be versed in financial aid process;
  • Advise students on curricular choices;
  • Communicate regularly and effectively with parents regarding the college process;
  • Work with international students to understand US college admissions, specifically aspects unique to international applicants;
  • Meet with college admissions representatives who visit our campus and facilitate meetings between college representatives and our students; 
  • Serve as a liaison with college admissions offices throughout the year and be active in learning about and visiting college campuses;
  • Write official, thorough, and professional counselor letters for each 12th grader;
  • Complete all School Report and Mid-Year Report forms requested by colleges, including evaluations of students;
  • Assist in supporting office projects and initiatives, including fall and winter family weekend programs; the College Counseling Office’s Think Tank, and the spring College Fair;
  • Assist in planning and executing the Clambake Institute, a summer professional conference for college admissions officers and college counselors from across the country hosted by St. George’s;
  • Remain current with trends in college admission, higher education, and national testing;
  • Participate in professional organizations such as the College Board, the National Association of College Admission Counselors, the New England Association of College Admission Counselors, and the Association of College Counselors of Independent Schools;
  • Aid in disseminating information about standardized tests such as SAT, ACT, and TOEFL and help to administer exams on campus as needed; 
  • Teach one class or the equivalent; coach one season or the equivalent; assist in the evening supervision of campus;
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of College Counseling;
  • Support the School and its leadership.
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and two references to [email protected]. The deadline for applications is December 14, 2024. St. George’s School is an equal opportunity employer.

AcceptU
Location: Remote
Position: College Counselor
Start Date: Ongoing

AcceptU is seeking full-time and part-time college counselors. Prior admissions experience, either full-time or as a seasonal reader, is required. Counselors should have prior admissions experience at a highly ranked research university. Prior college counseling and/or independent consulting experience is valued but not required.

College counselors are responsible for advising high school students on college planning topics, including early guidance, extracurricular profile development, school lists, application strategy, essay development and interview preparation. Counselors have flexible schedules and deliver a defined AcceptU curriculum to their students. AcceptU provides extensive training as well as ongoing professional development to all counselors. This is a fully remote position. Salary is determined based on experience and expected caseload.

Requirements:

  • 1 year/cycle in admissions reviewing applications at a top 50 research university (2+ years preferred)
  • BA/BS degree or higher
  • College counseling experience preferred, but not required
  • Exceptionally strong communication, organization and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize and enthusiastically tackle responsibilities

Interested candidates should submit their résumé and brief cover letter to: [email protected] with “AcceptU College Counselor” in the subject line. 


Premium Prep College Counseling
Location: Remote
Position: Part-Time College Counselor
Start Date: ASAP

Premium Prep is an elite college counseling firm seeking qualified candidates for the position of Private College Counselor. This is a great opportunity for part-time employment or supplemental income, with caseloads ranging anywhere from 7-15 students per graduating class. Counselors can be based anywhere in the country and enjoy a highly flexible work schedule. Pay is between $150 and $200 per hour, depending on experience. Successful candidates must have experience as a college counselor in a high school setting.

Additional qualifications:

  • A keen understanding of the complexities of today’s college admissions process
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and comfort working with both parents and students
  • In-depth knowledge and a record of having visited colleges across the country
  • Strong writing and editing skills
  • Comfort working with clients remotely
  • The willingness to remain exceptionally responsive to client schedules and needs

Our counselors are expected to:

  • Have availability to work with students in the afternoons, evenings, and/or occasional weekend day
  • Be self-aware, confident individuals who are passionate about helping young people find their voices and chart their futures
  • Have great instincts for managing client anxiety and stress, be able to work with a driven and often demanding clientele, and possess the acuity to head off problems before they arise
  • Be of strong character, able to gracefully navigate complex family dynamics, and maintain a strong code of ethics
  • Be excited to work for a small company with flexible hours and individualized potential for personal and financial growth
Please email your cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

Marin Academy
Location: San Rafael, CA
Position: Associate Director of College Counseling
Start Date: 

Marin Academy (MA), a leader in progressive and experiential education, seeks a collaborative and creative associate director of college counseling. This associate director will join MA at a critical moment, as a strong director of college counseling enters her second year and builds out a team focused on reimagining the college counseling process at MA. The successful candidate will be a thought leader and partner who will thrive on strengthening MA’s existing priorities and processes while, at the same time, considering what more might be achievable in the future—and then working alongside the team to turn that ambition into reality.

Founded in 1971 by a small group of educators and private individuals with a forward-thinking vision for education, MA is a co-educational, independent, college preparatory day school in San Rafael, California, just north of San Francisco. The school enrolls 450 students in grades 9-12. MA’s founders realized – far ahead of their time – the importance of incorporating experiential learning and citizenship with intellectual development, ideals that today have become a model for education in the 21st century. MA has long been recognized for its commitment to environmental stewardship and its innovative curricular and co-curricular programs that engage students in real-world topics and in learning by doing.

That real-world bent extends to the College Counseling Office, too. MA views college counseling as critical to a student’s educational experience, and this associate director must believe deeply in college counseling as a conduit for a student’s personal development, including their capacity for discernment, communication, resilience, autonomy, and intrinsic fulfillment. MA is a small, close-knit community, and it is equally critical that the associate director value and engage positively with students and families during a process that – while exciting – can also be anxiety-producing. MA is a school impressively committed to continuous improvement and pushing its own boundaries, and that ethos extends to its faculty, staff, and students – including this associate director.

Specifically, the incoming associate director will: contribute to strengthening the College Counseling Office within the MA ecosystem; understand, champion, and communicate the ethos of the MA experience; build strong relationships with students and families; and leverage the use of data analytics. The successful candidate will bring a high level of emotional intelligence, a problem-solving mindset, active involvement both within the MA community and the broader college admissions community, and a deep resonance with the mission and values of MA.

The anticipated salary for this position is between $115,000 and $135,000 annually, commensurate with the successful candidate’s experience.

Marin Academy has retained Isaacson, Miller, an international executive search firm, to assist in this recruitment. The full posting and link to complete position description is linked here. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent in confidence to Berkley Braden, Managing Associate and Jonathan Sanchez, Associate, of Isaacson, Miller. Link to submit information is found on the page linked above. 

Marin Academy is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.


Germantown Academy
Location: Fort Washington, PA
Position: Director of College Counseling
Start Date: July 2025

Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades Pre-K-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices. We are seeking qualified candidates for the Director of College Counseling position beginning July 1, 2025. This is a 12-month position which offers an excellent array of benefits and a highly competitive salary. Interested candidates should apply online; link and full position description found here.


Collegewise
Location: Nationwide
Position: College Counselor
Start Date: December 2024
 

Collegewise is looking for part-time college counselors with experience in admissions or student counseling to join us. We're open to applicants in any location, but candidates must be available to work with students in the Pacific time zone (student meetings typically occur between 3-8pm PT during weekdays) and/or on weekends.

As a part-time Collegewise counselor, you'll work with a small caseload, comprised mostly of junior and senior students, meeting virtually (via Zoom) one-on-one to help them find and apply to the right colleges for them. The number of hours you'll work per week will depend on the number of students you choose to take on.

Every college counselor who joins us completes an initial paid 40-hour training, followed by mentoring, a supportive hive of over 60 fellow counselors, access to over ten years of student admissions results to aid you in your work, proprietary software to track your students' progress, and ongoing professional development like our College Counseling Master Class.

We're not looking for people who equate part-time hours with part-time effort. This is less about the number of hours you work and more about the heart you bring to that work. And that engagement will go both ways. You'll have a dedicated manager who's committed to your success. You'll be treated like a valuable addition to our team, you'll be invited to our company holiday party, and you'll be considered for some of our most iconic annual awards. In fact, some of our most indispensable colleagues are part-timers who have found their place here and now thrive doing their very best work.

Part-time counselors are paid $75/hour for counseling work, and $35/hour for training or admin work. Another way to look at it: depending on the program a student enrolls in, you'll earn a total of $2200-$2600 per student. You'll ultimately have the autonomy to decide the size of your caseload based on your availability and your desire for work, but we require part-time counselors to work with a minimum of 7 students.

If your interest is piqued, please start by writing us a cover letter that tells your story. What role has admissions or counseling played in your professional life? What brought you to this place seeking part-time work? What excites you about this opportunity? Then submit your application on our site. When you paste your cover letter into the text box, your formatting will hold up when we see it (but if it doesn't, we'll blame the text box, not you).