High School Guidance Counselor
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KL International School
Chongqing, ChinaThis job is no longer accepting applications.
Job Description
Position Overview:
KL International School (KLIS) in Chongqing, China, seeks an experienced and visionary High School Guidance Counselor to provide personalized university and post-secondary planning support. This role offers the unique opportunity to work with a small, manageable caseload, allowing you to develop deep, individualized relationships with students and families. You will play a critical role in shaping each student’s path to higher education, emphasizing starting university planning as early as Grade 8. The ideal candidate will be a licensed US counselor with extensive experience in university admissions counseling, master schedule planning, and a commitment to supporting students and families as they navigate the complexities of college readiness and application processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one university planning and counseling to students starting in Grade 8, with tailored support through Grade 12.
- Guide students and families through the full college admissions process, including course selection, standardized test preparation, extracurricular planning, essay writing, and application submission.
- Maintain knowledge of university admission trends, including requirements for top US and international institutions, to offer informed advice and insights.
- Develop and implement workshops and informational sessions for students and parents on university selection, financial aid, scholarships, and career exploration.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to support students academically and emotionally, helping to align their academic paths with post-secondary goals.
- Build strong relationships with university admissions officers and stay updated on evolving admissions criteria.
- Provide personalized support for students applying to a wide range of universities, including English-speaking institutions and those in their home countries.
- Monitor and track student progress throughout high school to ensure alignment with post-secondary goals.
- Master Schedule Planning & Design:
- Lead and collaborate on the design and implementation of the high school master schedule to ensure optimal course offerings that align with students’ academic goals and university plans.
- Work closely with academic staff to ensure course scheduling allows flexibility for AP, elective courses, and other enrichment opportunities that support college readiness.
- Monitor student course selections to ensure they meet graduation and university admission requirements, offering guidance on sequencing and balancing academic loads.
- Use data-driven decision-making to create a master schedule that reflects the diverse needs of the student body while maintaining academic rigor and access to required courses.
Why This Role?
At KLIS, you will have the opportunity to work in a vibrant, international community with a manageable caseload that allows for genuine, personalized support of each student’s unique journey. With university planning beginning as early as Grade 8, this role offers the chance to build long-lasting relationships with students and families, guiding them toward success at top universities worldwide. Our school’s commitment to individualized attention makes this a fulfilling and rewarding position for an experienced high school counselor looking to make a meaningful impact.
Job Benefits
- Health insurance
- Tax-free salary for first-time China employment
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of university planning and guidance experience in the US.
- Licensed US School Counselor (State Level certification required).
- Extensive experience in master schedule planning and design at the high school level.
- Deep understanding of the US university admissions process and strong experience supporting students in preparing for competitive applications.
- Proven ability to work with students and families to craft individualized university plans.
- Experience working in international schools or with diverse student populations is preferred.
About KL International School
6Xinnan Rd. Chongqing, Yubei district, 50, Chongqing, CN
KL International School is a private,co-educational, not-for-profit international school whose mission is to prepare creative,collaborative, and curious students who will thrive as educated global citizens, self-sustaining learners, and ethical leaders.
Chongqing Nuolin Bashu School for Foreign Personnel (KLIS for short) was established in 2015. It is the first and only American-style independent non-profit international school in the center of Chongqing approved by the Chongqing Municipal Education Commission.
The main enrollment of the school is The target is the accompanying children (non-Chinese nationality) of foreigners who legally hold foreign residence permits in China. The school aims to cultivate students with an innovative spirit, cooperation awareness, and learning quality, and provide students with personalized education and development, so that they can actively respond to the challenges of the changing world and become qualified global citizens and thought leaders.
The KL International School was founded in 2015 as the second licensed PreK – Year 13 international school for expatriates in Chongqing, China. KLIS is the only private, co-educational, not-for-profit international school in Chongqing and our mission is to prepare creative, collaborative, and curious students who will thrive as educated global citizens, self-sustaining learners, and ethical leaders. KLIS believes in being a “Responsive School for a Changing World”.
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High School Guidance Counselor
This job is no longer accepting applications.
Job Description
Position Overview:
KL International School (KLIS) in Chongqing, China, seeks an experienced and visionary High School Guidance Counselor to provide personalized university and post-secondary planning support. This role offers the unique opportunity to work with a small, manageable caseload, allowing you to develop deep, individualized relationships with students and families. You will play a critical role in shaping each student’s path to higher education, emphasizing starting university planning as early as Grade 8. The ideal candidate will be a licensed US counselor with extensive experience in university admissions counseling, master schedule planning, and a commitment to supporting students and families as they navigate the complexities of college readiness and application processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide one-on-one university planning and counseling to students starting in Grade 8, with tailored support through Grade 12.
- Guide students and families through the full college admissions process, including course selection, standardized test preparation, extracurricular planning, essay writing, and application submission.
- Maintain knowledge of university admission trends, including requirements for top US and international institutions, to offer informed advice and insights.
- Develop and implement workshops and informational sessions for students and parents on university selection, financial aid, scholarships, and career exploration.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to support students academically and emotionally, helping to align their academic paths with post-secondary goals.
- Build strong relationships with university admissions officers and stay updated on evolving admissions criteria.
- Provide personalized support for students applying to a wide range of universities, including English-speaking institutions and those in their home countries.
- Monitor and track student progress throughout high school to ensure alignment with post-secondary goals.
- Master Schedule Planning & Design:
- Lead and collaborate on the design and implementation of the high school master schedule to ensure optimal course offerings that align with students’ academic goals and university plans.
- Work closely with academic staff to ensure course scheduling allows flexibility for AP, elective courses, and other enrichment opportunities that support college readiness.
- Monitor student course selections to ensure they meet graduation and university admission requirements, offering guidance on sequencing and balancing academic loads.
- Use data-driven decision-making to create a master schedule that reflects the diverse needs of the student body while maintaining academic rigor and access to required courses.
Why This Role?
At KLIS, you will have the opportunity to work in a vibrant, international community with a manageable caseload that allows for genuine, personalized support of each student’s unique journey. With university planning beginning as early as Grade 8, this role offers the chance to build long-lasting relationships with students and families, guiding them toward success at top universities worldwide. Our school’s commitment to individualized attention makes this a fulfilling and rewarding position for an experienced high school counselor looking to make a meaningful impact.
Job Benefits
- Health insurance
- Tax-free salary for first-time China employment
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of university planning and guidance experience in the US.
- Licensed US School Counselor (State Level certification required).
- Extensive experience in master schedule planning and design at the high school level.
- Deep understanding of the US university admissions process and strong experience supporting students in preparing for competitive applications.
- Proven ability to work with students and families to craft individualized university plans.
- Experience working in international schools or with diverse student populations is preferred.
Our Commitment
Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.
Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.
About KL International School
6Xinnan Rd. Chongqing, Yubei district, 50, Chongqing, CN
KL International School is a private,co-educational, not-for-profit international school whose mission is to prepare creative,collaborative, and curious students who will thrive as educated global citizens, self-sustaining learners, and ethical leaders.
Chongqing Nuolin Bashu School for Foreign Personnel (KLIS for short) was established in 2015. It is the first and only American-style independent non-profit international school in the center of Chongqing approved by the Chongqing Municipal Education Commission.
The main enrollment of the school is The target is the accompanying children (non-Chinese nationality) of foreigners who legally hold foreign residence permits in China. The school aims to cultivate students with an innovative spirit, cooperation awareness, and learning quality, and provide students with personalized education and development, so that they can actively respond to the challenges of the changing world and become qualified global citizens and thought leaders.
The KL International School was founded in 2015 as the second licensed PreK – Year 13 international school for expatriates in Chongqing, China. KLIS is the only private, co-educational, not-for-profit international school in Chongqing and our mission is to prepare creative, collaborative, and curious students who will thrive as educated global citizens, self-sustaining learners, and ethical leaders. KLIS believes in being a “Responsive School for a Changing World”.
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