SUMMARY

Gann is seeking to add a skilled and engaging member to our dynamic College Counseling Office team, including two Co-Directors and the Administrator. Along with the Co-Directors of College Counseling, the Associate Director of College Counseling is responsible for guiding a cohort of 11th- and 12th-graders through all aspects of their post-secondary search, applications, and decision-making. This is a Part-time (25-29 hours a week), 10-month position that will start in January 2026.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Gann Academy is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds can thrive. We believe that including diverse perspectives will improve our work and yield better societal and learning outcomes for all. All employees participate in this commitment, whether internally, in building a welcoming workplace culture, and /or externally, in ensuring inclusive engagement with families, donors, media, vendors, allies, and others.

College Counseling

• Support the college search, application, and selection process for Gann students through a range of individual, family, and group engagements; assist students considering other post-secondary options, including gap years and military service
• Manage a caseload of juniors and seniors, typically 15-25 students/families from each class
• Facilitate and lead evening and in-school college counseling programs for students and families
• Write thoughtful and detailed recommendation letters
• Be responsive to student and parent questions and concerns throughout the application process
• Advise students and consult advisors on course selection
• Establish and maintain relationships with college admissions staff; host college admissions representatives, and provide students the opportunity to connect with them; communicate with college representatives to discuss student applicants
• Attend regional and national conferences to stay abreast of current trends and new programs
• Travel to colleges, visit gap year programs, and participate in webinars to learn more about various offerings and build relationships, share knowledge with Gann students and families

For professional community and lay leadership

• Work closely and collaboratively with faculty regarding recommendation letters
• Counsel advisors and coaches on how to support students through the college selection process
• Participate in school-wide professional development

Additional responsibilities

• Attend, engage in, and support other school functions as designated by the school, which may include serving as an advisor, supporting student clubs, attending special in-school programming, supervising retreats, field trips, and/or overnight events, and/or other responsibilities.

The above responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities and duties.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Three to five years of experience in college counseling or college admissions
• Ability to organize tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks
• Sound judgement and independent problem-solving skills
• Anticipation of and responsiveness to student and parent concerns
• Expert written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Capacity to manage relationships, navigate conflict, and foster a positive work environment
• A positive outlook and a sense of humor are a plus
• Knowledge of college counseling software (Scoir or similar platforms) preferred
• Experience working with families unfamiliar with the U.S. college application process preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Must be proficient in English to carry out work as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• None

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Competitive salaries  
• Professional development 
• Comprehensive benefits package featuring generous paid time off policies -including sick time, paid vacation, personal days, and U.S. holidays, Gann employees get up to an additional 15 days off for Jewish Holidays, depending on the Jewish Calendar of the year 
• Short Fridays  
• Comprehensive Health Insurance 
• Retirement Plan Match (403B) starting immediately! 
• Hungry? Gann has a full-service kosher dairy dining hall, complete with a fresh salad bar and multiple hot meal options 
• Free parking! 
• Fitness facilities for our faculty and staff 
• Life Insurance 
• Short - and Long-term disability 
• Paid MAPFML

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands include dexterity for operating office machines and supplies, such as computers, telephones, copy machines, and printers. Stooping, bending, and reaching for files or supplies, as well as sitting or standing for extended periods, are common.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Gann Academy is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the school to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), and pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

ACCOMMODATION

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with a reasonable accommodation to be determined on a case-by-case basis by management.

E-VERIFY

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed Form I-9.

About Gann Academy

Gann Academy is a pluralistic Jewish day school that challenges students to cultivate their talents and interests in all areas of human potential: intellectual, artistic, spiritual, and physical. Our faculty made up of both Jewish and non-Jewish educators facilitate the student journey. We seek teachers who are committed to collaborating and growing in their teaching practice; supporting diverse learners in the classroom; and connecting with students outside the classroom, both formally and informally. In growing our department, we are particularly interested in expanding the diversity of voices in our literature faculty. We are also interested in candidates who can help the department envision opportunities for collaboration across the humanities.  BENEFITS Gann Academy is an independent high school in Waltham, MA that offers a competitive, and comprehensive benefits package featuring generous paid time off policies – paid vacation, paid sick days, and roughly 20 additional paid days off - based on the Jewish calendar. It is truly a unique and generous benefits package offered only at Gann! Employer match Retirement (403B), and Health and Dental insurance, are just a few of t...he benefits offered to eligible employees upon day one of joining the Gann community. Hungry? Gann has a full-service kosher dairy dining hall complete with a fresh salad bar and hot bar. Gann offers an attractive physical environment with bright spaces, FREE parking, and extensive fitness facilities available for our faculty and staff. Gann celebrates a community of smart, collaborative, and compassionate professionals; Gann staff/faculty tout the support and teamwork of their colleagues as a highlight of their Gann experience and one in which Gann is different from any other school or community. Come find out for yourself!

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