College Counselor Jobs

Are you looking for a new, exciting opportunity to teach in Kuwait and travel? Join us at the American Creativity Academy!

We are looking to hire a dedicated College Counselor to educate our school's students.

The College Counselor will demonstrate the ability to perform designated duties and work collaboratively with school administrators, students, parents, teachers and staff, and college admissions personnel. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to working with young people in their preparation for and transition between high school and university.

College Counselor Salary and Benefits:

Start Date: Immediate (August 2023)

Salary: $2,500 - 3,500 USD per month, tax-free

Airfare: Annual airfare for teacher and 2 dependents

Accommodation: Private and furnished 1 bedroom apartment + all utilities paid

Vacation: National and school holidays

Health Insurance: International Health Insurance provided

Settling-in Allowance: Provided

Education Allowance: Tuition covered for up to two children

PD Allowance: Provided

Bonus: End-of-contract bonus provided

Contract Length: 2 years

More about the American Creativity Academy:

• The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA) and is an IB World School.
• The academic curriculum is based on the Core American Standards Curriculum

College Counselor Requirements:

• Preferred American or Canadian candidate to support with our graduate's North American universities
• Master's degree in School Counseling (optional)
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work or School Counseling; and/or,
• Preferred teaching or counselor license.
• Preferred 1-2 years of experience. New grads welcome to apply.

College Counselor Responsibilities:

• Assist senior high school students in making educational, occupational, and life plans that enhance their personal fulfillment as mature and responsible young adults.
• Maintain accurate records of students’ progress toward fulfilling high school graduation requirements and recommended courses for appropriate university applications.
• Orient teachers, students, and parents to the type of services available to them through the counseling program.
• Plan and implement a student counseling program that outlines procedures for:
• Assist students overcome problems that impede their learning and act as a resource person for parents and faculty.

1. Teachers to follow when recommending students for counseling;
2. The counseling process;
3. The reporting of results to parents, teachers, and administrators.

• Ensure that students access all relevant information about college admission requirements and preparation for admission.
• Ensure senior high school student accumulate the required credits to meet all graduation requirements.
• Perform other counseling related duties as assigned by the College Counseling Center Coordinator or HS Principal
• Coordinate standardized test administration including: ITBS, PSAT, registration and follow-up for SAT, TOEFL, Advanced Placement, and, for candidates applying to Kuwait University, the appropriate subject-specific admissions tests.
• Keep up-to-date records of student scores on all standardized tests.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records.
• Make recommendations to the principal regarding students’ program placement and parent conferences.
• Organize PSAT preparation.
• Update documents as noted above.
• Acquaint students with career options after college.
• Work with registrar’s office to prepare leaving packets prior to graduation and up-to-date information in the permanent student records.
• Work with students to prepare college application packets including proper forms and school records.
• Conduct in-service training for teachers in student guidance and counseling.
• Help individual students entering the senior high school years in planning an appropriate course selection.
• Maintain alumnae contact information and data.
• Assist in academic advising and scheduling.
• Liaise with a variety of North American colleges and institutions of higher learning in the Gulf to develop privileged partnerships between ACA and those institutions.

Life in Kuwait

Looking for a change in scenery without leaving your career behind? Consider teaching abroad at an International School. Licensed teachers can teach at this private international school and experience life in the Middle East while earning an excellent salary and benefits!

Learn more about living and teaching at the American Creativity Academy on our dedicated careers website.

Apply directly to https://www.careers.aca.edu.kw/