Job Summary: 

Lake Highland's Upper School (US) seeks an Associate Dean of College Counseling who serves as a key leader within the College and Career Office and supports the Dean of College Counseling in the implementation and management of a comprehensive, student-centered college counseling program. This role combines direct student advising with significant responsibility for departmental programming, communications, and internal initiatives. The Associate Dean plays a central role in designing and executing college counseling events, workshops, and strategic projects, while maintaining a caseload of students and families. 

This is a full-time, fully benefited, 12-month, exempt position. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in a writing-intensive discipline preferred. 
• Minimum of five years of experience in college counseling, selective college admissions, or a closely related field required. 
• Experience in an independent or college preparatory school environment preferred. 
• Active involvement in professional college counseling organizations preferred.

This position announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title and the education and skills required. This is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that are required or may be required in the future.

LHP conducts background checks, including fingerprinting (https://info.flclearinghouse.com/) and drug testing, and may use a third-party administrator. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Lake Highland Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Lake Highland Preparatory School

Lake Highland Preparatory School (LHP), a PreK-12 independent school in Orlando, Florida, was founded in 1970. The school strives to offer its students an unparalleled education with long-lasting life lessons rooted in integrity, grit, and grace. In spite of its size as one of the ten largest independent schools in the U.S., Lake Highland’s approach ensures that every child is known and nurtured. Students learn within an academically challenging and supportive environment, with teachers who are actively committed to the academic and social-emotional development of every child. This powerful combination results in joyful learning that prepares students exceptionally well for college and life beyond.

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