Director of Postsecondary Readiness (Guidance Counselor)
Addenbrooke Classical Academy
Essential Responsibilities
Individualized Pathway & Career Planning
- Help students develop and maintain personalized academic and postsecondary plans tailored to their individual goals, interests, and strengths.
- Guide students through career exploration tools, interest inventories, and skill assessments.
- Meet regularly with students and families to discuss academic progress, career pathways, higher education options, and general readiness.
- Guide course selection and extracurricular choices to align with each student's specific postsecondary goals.
College, Technical, & Vocational Guidance
- Oversee a comprehensive postsecondary application support process for all students.
- Assist students with college admissions requirements, timelines, essays, resumes, portfolio development, and interview preparation.
- Coordinate the submission of transcripts, recommendations, and application materials.
- Maintain expertise in admissions processes across public/private universities, community colleges, vocational/technical schools, and military academies.
Work-Based Learning & Community Partnerships
- Develop and manage a repository of internships, job-shadowing, mentorships, and work-based learning opportunities.
- Cultivate relationships with university admissions officers, local businesses, technical institutes, and community partners.
Scholarship, Financial Aid, & Financial Literacy
- Educate families on postsecondary financial planning, including FAFSA/CAFSA, merit scholarships, grant programs, and work-study options.
- Assist students in identifying and applying for college scholarships and grant programs.
- Strive to minimize financial barriers and help families access resources that can help minimize the costs involved with pursuing higher education.
Testing & Academic Readiness
- Support students in preparing for and taking required college entrance exams.
- Analyze student academic data to identify growth areas and align preparation with targeted pathways.
- Partner with high school faculty to foster strong readiness for SAT/PSAT administration.
Family & Community Partnership
- Serve as a trusted partner for families as they navigate postsecondary options alongside their children.
- Host informational sessions and workshops covering college admissions, financial aid, and financial planning.
- Maintain alumni networks to provide current students with career mentoring, college advice, and industry connections.