Academic Guidance Specialist

10 hours ago


Kuwait City, Al Asimah THE AMERICAN BACCALAUREATE SCHOOL Full time

The American Baccalaureate School seeks an accomplished College Counselor to join its dynamic team of educational professionals. As a College Counselor, you will play a pivotal role in guiding students through their academic journey, empowering them to achieve their full potential.

About the Role:

We are looking for a seasoned professional with a Master's Degree in Counseling/Guidance, Education, or Social Work who can provide expert guidance and support to students navigating academic, career, and college planning decisions. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, empathy, and sensitivity to others' needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advises and counsels students regarding academic, scheduling, career, and college planning.
  • Remains universally accessible, making an effort to know every student for whom they are responsible.
  • Provides individual student planning and responsive services to support students and their families regarding academic matters.
  • Teaches College preparatory classes and provides college and career counseling to students through planned activities in small group or classroom settings.
  • Consults, facilitates, and maintains communication with parents, teachers, administrators, and pertinent agents on specific student and parent academic and educational matters.
  • Provides feedback and recommends appropriate action and solutions to individual student's academic and educational needs and abilities.
  • Assists students/parents in understanding school policies and procedures and advises on suitable academic tracks.
  • Supports and attends appropriate student activities and events.
  • Evaluates students' abilities and interests through aptitude assessments, interviews, and individual planning.
  • Identifies issues that affect school performance, such as poor classroom attendance rates.
  • Works with students to develop skills, such as organizational and time management abilities and effective study habits.
  • Helps students create a plan to achieve academic, career, and collegiate goals.
  • Assists HS administration in scheduling and roster compilation.
  • Adjusts student schedules according to needs and directives.
  • Assists HS administration in advanced program organization and planning.
  • Collaborates with teachers, administrators, and parents to help students succeed.
  • Teaches students and school staff about specific topics, such as bullying, drug abuse, and planning for college or careers after graduation.
  • Maintains records as required.

Requirements:

  • Master's Degree in Counseling/Guidance, Education, or Social Work (if available)
  • Minimum of 2 years of school or collegiate counseling or teaching experience
  • Knowledge of multiple counseling approaches
  • Familiarity with online learning platforms
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Empathy and sensitivity to others' needs
  • Strong interpersonal skills

About The American Baccalaureate School:

The American Baccalaureate School is a private, non-profit institution offering an American-based curriculum, including a wide variety of advanced courses, and a college preparatory program. Our goal is to develop responsible and accountable young adults prepared for international universities. With over 1,300 students enrolled from pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade, we offer a supportive community that fosters intellectual growth and global citizenship.



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