Employment type: Permanent, full-time, 1 year contract renewal cycle
Salary: $150,000 to $200,000 pa (dependent on experience)
Start date: 1 July 2027
About the Role:
York Prep School is seeking a passionate, knowledge, seasoned professional to lead our college guidance office. The Director of College Guidance liaises students and family through the college search and application process. As the school's chief voice to college admission offices, the Director builds a student-centered, ethical college guidance program that helps students find colleges where our scholars will thrive, not just gain admission.
Who We Are Looking For:
We are looking for a strategic and student-centered leader to direct the college counseling operation, to mentor staff, and to provide comprehensive, individualized advising-from academic planning and testing coordination to college lists, application guidance, and financial aid advocacy-for students and families throughout the postsecondary planning process.
• A bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field (master's degree in Education or Counseling preferred).
• Strong knowledge of selective admission, early application plans, testing policies and financial aid (FAFSA, CSS Profile, merit aid).
• Excellent writing skills, shown in recommendation letters and family communications.
• Experience differentiating instruction to support diverse learners.
• Confidence in public speaking abilities across varied audiences (students, parents and faculty).
• Strong organization and sound judgment during high-volume deadline periods.
• A strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student wellbeing.
• Alignment with the mission, values, and safeguarding principles of York Prep School.
To view our full Role Profile, click here.
How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date: 11:59pm EST on Saturday, January 30, 2027.
Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.
