• Educate students and parents about colleges, the college admissions process, trends, procedures, and testing; advise and support seniors and families as they go through the process. • Supervise, support, and evaluate an office staff that includes two full-time college advisors and an Office Manager. • Develop and maintain a comprehensive college counseling program that includes workshops, seminars, and informational sessions for students and parents, grades 9-12/PG.• Meet with college admissions representatives who visit our campus and facilitate, with the help of the administrative assistant, meetings between college and alumni representatives and students. • Write a comprehensive official school recommendation for each assigned advisee. • Create, update, revise, and maintain the College Advising Web and Class pages and keep parents informed through regular emails about test dates, application deadlines, special programs, and financial aid and scholarship opportunities. • Keep track of admission decisions and statistics, and make an annual report to the Board of Trustees, as well as a year-end confidential summary for the Head of School • Coordinates the annual College Information Program for Juniors and speak as needed to other groups who come to campus for programs, such as revisit days, alumni weekends, and fall orientation. • Carefully track current issues and trends in college admission, higher education, and testing, and keeps up-to-date about specific colleges through campus visits and by maintaining membership in professional organizations such as the College Board, the National and New England Associations for College Admission Counseling, ACCIS (Association of College Counselors in Independent Schools), and the Lakes Region Independent Schools Association. • Serve as a member of the Senior Administrative Team as well as all academic and student life committees.

The Outreach Advisory Committee, comprised of 15 College Counselors from public and independent secondary schools, as well as community-based organizations, is charged with reviewing suggested changes to the application and providing feedback on specific issues identified by the Board's Outreach Committee. Members are nominated by the Board of Directors of the Common Application from the global pool of college admission professionals and are appointed to serve a 3-year term.

• Provide comprehensive college counseling services to students, including individualized guidance and support throughout the college search, application, and selection process.• Assist students in identifying their academic and personal strengths, interests, and career aspirations to help them make informed decisions regarding college choices.• Foster positive relationships with college admissions officers, attend conferences and college fairs, and keep abreast of the latest trends and developments in the field of college admissions.• Develop and maintain a comprehensive college counseling program that includes workshops, seminars, and informational sessions for students and parents, grades 9-12/PG.• Stay current with changes in college admissions policies, standardized testing, and financial aid programs to provide accurate and up-to-date information to students and families.• Write and edit recommendation letters for students, highlighting their strengths and accomplishments, and assist with the preparation of college application materials.• Serve as a resource for students and families regarding scholarship opportunities, financial aid, and other related matters.• Supervise and mentor a team of college counseling staff, fostering professional growth and maintaining a positive and collaborative work environment.• Provide valuable insights and guidance to the school's Board of Trustees on matters related to college admissions, enrollment management, and the evolving landscape of post-secondary education.Served as a key member of the senior leadership team at Western Reserve Academy, contributing to the strategic planning and decision-making processes that shape the overall educational experience for the students. Collaborated closely with the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, and other administrators to align the college counseling program with the school's mission and vision

Served a three year term on the board which manages the Association's investments, approves the annual operating budget, generates long-term goals, and evaluates the Executive Director's performance. Served as Chair of the Governance/Nominating Committee which oversees the election and appointment of new members to the ACCIS Leadership Team. It makes recommendations and vets candidates for elections. This committee also administers the bylaws and other governing documents, ensuring adherence, recommending improvements, and overseeing changes.

• Develop a four-year comprehensive college advising curriculum, incorporating Naviance and other technologies. • Meet with juniors and seniors once a month both individually and in groups to advise and discuss the college search and application process. • Moderate a college night presentation for juniors and their parents. • Write letters of recommendation for a senior class of 65-75 students. • Developed a college night program for parents of 8th, 9th, and 10th grade students. • Promote Indian Springs School to colleges and universities at various national and regional conferences and college visits. • Additional responsibilities include being member of the Indian Springs senior Administration, Academics, Admissions, Guidance, and Technology committees; residential life programming; and coaching basketball and golf.

• Select the members of the local committee. • Coordinate the various activities that take place in advance of or at the fair.• Maintain regular communication with staff contact at NACAC and the local committee. • Serve as committee contact for NACAC liaison. • Responsible for and oversees the budget in coordination with NACAC liaison. • Responsible for monitoring NCF and NACAC guidelines. • Committee Chairperson 2007-2010

• 18-month position to develop a college advising curriculum for a school that specializes in students with learning differences.• Train and mentor a faculty member to be the future college counselor.

• College Admissions Guidance: Provide personalized counseling and guidance to students and their families on the college admissions process. Assist students in developing a list of suitable colleges based on their interests, academic performance, and extracurricular activities.• Academic Planning: Collaborate with students and academic advisors to ensure that students are taking appropriate courses and meeting college admission requirements.• Testing Support: Advise students on standardized testing (SAT, ACT, SAT Subject Tests, etc.), including test preparation strategies, registration, and score reporting.• College Applications: Guide students through the college application process, including helping them understand application requirements, deadlines, and completing applications accurately.• Recommendation Letters: Craft personalized letters of recommendation for assigned students to support their applications that showcase their skills, attributes, and community impact.• Essay Assistance: Support students in crafting compelling and authentic college essays that showcase their personality, values, and achievements.• Financial Aid and Scholarships: Offer information about financial aid options, scholarships, and the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) process.• College Fair Coordination: Plan and host the Private Schools of San Antonio College Fair, inviting college representatives to meet with students.• Assessment and Evaluation: Monitor student progress and offer appropriate support and interventions when needed.• Professional Development: Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in college admissions and counseling.• Parent Communication: Communicate regularly with parents and guardians to keep them informed about college-related events, deadlines, and opportunities.• College Counseling Events: Organize and participate in college-related events, such as college nights, workshops, and seminars.

• Student Recruitment: Collaborating with the Director of Admissions to develop and implement strategies to attract a diverse pool of prospective students. This may involve attending college fairs, high school visits, and other recruitment events.• Application Review: Assisting with the evaluation of student applications, including reviewing academic records, standardized test scores, essays, recommendation letters, and extracurricular activities.• Counseling and Advising: Providing guidance and support to prospective students and their families throughout the application process. Answering inquiries, conducting informational sessions, and offering advice to help students make informed decisions.• Interviews and Campus Tours: Conducting interviews with potential students, both on campus and off. Leading campus tours to showcase the college's facilities, academic programs, and campus life.• Events and Yield Activities: Organizing and participating in events for admitted students, such as admitted student days, receptions, and orientation programs, to encourage them to enroll.• Scholarships and Financial Aid: Collaborating with the financial aid office to help students navigate the financial aid process and explore scholarship opportunities.• Collaboration with School Counselors: Building and maintaining relationships with high school counselors and other stakeholders to foster positive connections between the college and secondary schools.• Admissions Committee Participation: Contributing to admissions committee discussions and decisions regarding applicant acceptance and scholarship awards.• Stay Current with Admissions Trends: Staying up-to-date with trends and best practices in college admissions, attending professional development opportunities, and networking with colleagues in the field.• Assisting with Enrollment Events: Supporting larger enrollment events and initiatives, such as open houses, information sessions, and yield activities.

• Achieve enrollment goals within an assigned territory by communicating with prospective students and parents on a regular basis via telephone, email, personal meetings, and written correspondence;• Deliver small and large group presentations to persuade students to enroll at Adelphi University;• Travel to high schools and recruitment fairs to meet with prospective students, parents, and school counselors;• Communicate with secondary school counselors, parents, teachers, alumni, coaches, and other key influencers of prospective students;• Participate in on-campus and off-campus programs hosted by Adelphi to recruit students;• Review applications for admission and admit qualified applicants;