College & Career Counselor
Quick answer
Achievement First is hiring a full-time College & Career Counselor to support high school seniors in their post-secondary planning and application processes with a salary range of $59,378-$77,462.
- Role
- College & Career Counselor
- Organization
- Achievement First
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $59,378 - $77,462
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
Achievement First is seeking a dedicated College & Career Counselor to guide 12th-grade students through the post-secondary application process for the 2026-27 school year. The counselor will manage a caseload of 40-50 seniors, providing personalized support in college list creation, essay writing, and financial aid navigation. This role involves teaching college-readiness courses, building relationships with families, and fostering partnerships with university admissions representatives to ensure student success.
What you'll do
- Provide one-on-one counseling to 40-50 seniors throughout the admissions cycle.
- Teach or co-teach the 12th-grade college and career readiness course.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with students, families, and college admissions representatives.
- Manage the collection and writing of letters of recommendation for all seniors.
- Conduct workshops for parents on financial aid and application requirements.
What it takes
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution.
- Previous experience in high school counseling or college admissions.
- High school teaching or counseling experience preferred.
- Proficiency with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Strong analytical and written communication skills.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with match, and paid family leave.
Frequently asked questions
What is the salary range for this position?
The compensation for this role ranges from $59,378 to $77,462, depending on the candidate's skills, education, and relevant experience.
What level of education is required to apply?
Candidates are required to hold at least a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.
Is this a remote role?
The job description implies an in-office school-based role, as it involves teaching courses, leading workshops, and conducting day-to-day student counseling on campus.
What experience is necessary for this role?
Applicants must have previous experience in either the high school counseling field or the college admissions industry.
How to apply
Apply directly on Achievement First's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
This listing is aggregated from a third-party source and its summary may be auto-generated, so details can be inaccurate or out of date. ForGood is not the employer and is not liable for the content — please verify everything on Achievement First's official posting before applying.