Hillel Yeshiva High School, a co-educational Orthodox Jewish day school in Ocean Twp., NJ, seeks a College Counselor. The successful candidate will bring experience in college counseling and will report to the Director of College Guidance. This is a 12-month administrative position with generous vacation time.
Qualified Candidates will possess:
• In-depth knowledge of US colleges and universities, as well as an awareness of the evolving college admissions landscape.
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills and an understanding of the cultural expectations of our families related to college admissions.
• A team-oriented approach to all aspects of the college counseling process and a collaborative spirit of engagement in all professional endeavors.
• Demonstrated management, organization, and written communication skills including writing effective letters of recommendation.
• Self-confidence, creativity, patience, diplomacy, initiative, and a serious work ethic
• Sensitivity to individual student’s needs and aspirations with appropriate encouragement and realistic overview.
• Effective communication/public speaking skills.
• Advanced technology skills for online support of the college counseling program and to familiarize students and parents about relevant resources. Experience with Naviance college and career readiness software is desirable.
Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume to hbald@hillelyeshiva.org.
Contact Email:hbald@hillelyeshiva.org