CIS Job Description
Designation | University Advisor |
Department | Counselling |
Location | Secondary |
Reports to | Secondary Principal |
Works collaboratively with | Grade 7-12 students, teachers, parents and counselors |
Key accountability (Main purpose of this job):
The University Advisor plays an essential role in ensuring all students are on track to enroll and succeed in college or university.
The University Advisor guides and monitors student progress to and through graduation, assists students and families in consideration of the wide range of choices available both nationally and internationally, and prepares and positions students for the processes and procedures that will make them successful applicants. |
Responsibilities (Key areas of responsibilities):
Post-Secondary Applications
arrange university representative visits to CISattend university fairs to establish contact with institutions and promote the reputation of CIS assist students with post-secondary explorations/questions, provide recommendation letters provide information on required testing for post-secondary study (TOEFL, SAT, IELTS, ACT) assist students with the application process for post-secondary institutions track and report students’ applications and acceptances to post-secondary institutions utilizing various university application platforms (e.g. Cialfo, UCAS, etc.) meet individually with all grade 11 and 12 students and their families regarding post-secondary plans guide students as they complete online university applications through OUAC, UCAS, Common App, etc.
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Guidance
regular liaison with departmental colleagues to communicate / share / discuss student issues as they relate to university guidance present to students and parents regarding post-secondary planning liaise / communicate with teachers, social / emotional counsellors, parents, and administration on academic / learning concerns as they relate to university guidance attend meetings and seminars for professional development participate in end-of-semester promotion meetings as required in collaboration with the vice-principal, grade 10 learning lead and IBDP Coordinator hold individual meetings with all grade 10 students (and parents) regarding course planning for the Diploma Program or CIS diploma collaborate with Grade Level Learning Lead and Learning Support on interventions for students as they relate to university guidance organize and host an annual University Fair to encourage exploration of post-secondary options ensure that students satisfy the requirements for graduation. ensure transcripts and report cards accurately reflect school program and student experiences plan graduation ceremony in collaboration with high school principal
maintain memberships in professional organizations (OSCA, ASCA, International ACAC) attend Singapore University Advisors network meetings comprised of various International Schools coordinate and approve recommendation requests from students for colleges and universities share relevant information and resources with teachers to facilitate the recommendation writing process
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Requirements:
The position requires extensive experience with the university admission process, a strong understanding of students’ and family needs in preparing for university, and the ability to manage key relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
Master’s Degree 5 years experience as a full-time school counsellor Extensive knowledge with various university admissions and application systems including Europe, Canada, United States, Australia, UK, Hong Kong, Japan and Singapore
Preferred Qualifications:
Teaching credentials International school experience with a similar student population Certificate in University Counselling (e.g. UCLA program, etc)
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Competencies:
Culturally competent and able to work with culturally diverse staff and students in a bilingual and multilingual setting. An effective communicator with the capacity to listen, empathise, and connect, as well as teach, present, and motivate A lifelong learner who keeps up-to-date with current research and best practices in teaching and learning. A facilitator able to build strong and productive relationships with students, parents, academic and non-academic staff, and the community A change agent, who can motivate and manage positive change in complex environments. A strategic thinker who is able to see connections between the school’s vision and mission and IB programme philosophy and create action steps to move the school forward An activator with motivation, energy, and enthusiasm to spare A producer who is results oriented and has a strong sense of accountability for student success A character builder and role model, whose values, words, and deeds are marked by trustworthiness, respect, and integrity An active contributor whose priority is making contributions to the development and success of others
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