Marymount School of New York seeks a seasoned college admissions professional to join our team, which includes two co-directors and administrative support. Our approach to the college counseling process is strategic and data-driven, while also focusing on mission-aligned growth and development. College counselors are members of the Upper School faculty and active participants in the school community.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Working closely with students and families throughout a highly individualized college application process
Writing compelling, personalized letters of recommendation for assigned caseload of students
Assisting students with comprehensive college applications, including essay composition and interview preparation
Co-teaching college guidance classes to sophomores, juniors and seniors
Participating in and planning after-school meetings and evening programs for families on topics related to the college application process (financial and merit aid, standardized testing, etc.)
Overseeing the school’s internship program for rising seniors
Establishing and maintaining ongoing relationships with admission officers including traveling to college campuses, hosting admissions representatives at Marymount, and attending conferences
Representing Marymount in professional associations (NACAC, ACCIS, etc.)
Acting as PSAT and AP Coordinator
Managing digital college counseling platforms (Scoir, College Kickstart, Common Application, UCAS)
Strong candidates will have substantial experience in a highly selective college admissions environment (5+ years) and/or college counseling in an independent school (5+ years)
Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and high ethical standards, while guiding students and families with expertise and confidence
Deep knowledge base of U.S. colleges/universities (knowledge of overseas programs is a plus), admissions policies, financial aid and standardized testing
Extraordinary communication, interpersonal, organizational, and decision-making skills
A commitment to equity and belonging for all students
A warm sense of humor, empathy and kindness, as the role requires working with adolescents and their families at an important moment of transition
Marymount seeks educators who inspire students to recognize their unique talents, embrace challenges, and reach their full potential. Faculty are expected to be innovative instructors in inquiry-based, student-centered classrooms, as well as active participants in the school community. Rooted in the Catholic tradition of educating both the heart and the mind, Marymount’s mission and values are infused throughout our programs and daily lives; students graduate from the School as compassionate, ethical citizens with a strong commitment to social justice.
Marymount’s faculty and staff are dedicated professionals who model lifelong learning, nurture a growth mindset, and make meaningful connections with students. We believe in the transformative power of a diverse and inclusive community, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender in our educational programs or employment practices.