Director of College Counseling

Khan Lab School in Mountain View, California, has engaged DovetailED to lead a search for the Director of College Counseling beginning this fall. Interested candidates should review the position statement and send their cover letter, resume, and list of references as a consolidated PDF to Madison Sunley, Recruiter at DovetailED Talent Sourcing, at madison@dovetailedsourcing.com.

Director of College Counseling

Khan Lab School, founded by Sal Khan in 2014, is an innovative K-12 independent school with two campuses serving over 260 students in Silicon Valley. Our Lower School (K-6) is located in Palo Alto, and our Upper School (7-12) is in Mountain View, California. We were established to test and refine the educational vision outlined in Sal Khan’s 2012 book, “The One World Schoolhouse,” which explores the development of modern education, the origins of Khan Academy, and a forward-thinking approach to both in-person and online learning.

Building on this foundation, Sal Khan’s latest book, “Brave New Words,” further expands on his educational philosophy and vision for the future. At Khan Lab School, we’re committed to implementing these innovative ideas and preparing students for success in the rapidly evolving knowledge economy.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a full-time College Counselor to join our dynamic team and deliver a personal, comprehensive college counseling program for our Upper School students. This role is crucial in guiding our students through the college application process and helping them make informed decisions about their higher education and future careers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and implement a comprehensive college counseling program for approximately 20 students annually
Provide personalized guidance to students and families throughout the college application process
Stay current with college admissions trends, requirements, and best practices
Organize college visits, information sessions, and workshops
Collaborate with faculty and staff to support students’ academic and extracurricular development
Assist in preparing college application materials, including transcripts and recommendations
Build and maintain relationships with college admissions offices
Teach one humanities class, preferably Senior Seminar
Lead one school-focused activity, preferably the Community Engagement Program
Work with a Data Manager to maintain the integrity of the school’s record-keeping system
Collaborate with faculty to ensure records and transcripts effectively capture mastery-based learning without using grades
Teach a weekly college counseling course
Support the dual enrollment program with Foothill College and ASU
Manage the testing program, advising students and families on SAT, ACT, and AP exams
Write official counselor letters of recommendation for seniors
Advise students on course selection and sequencing to meet graduation requirements and college admissions goals
Provide academic advising for juniors and seniors
Meet with college representatives visiting KLS (in-person or virtually)
Engage in professional organizations (e.g., NACAC, WACAC, ACCIS, BAYSCC) for ongoing professional development
Utilize SCOIR or similar application management programs to oversee college applications and onboard students and families
Serve as a faculty advisor

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, & EXPERIENCE INCLUDE

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Significant experience in college counseling or college admissions
Strong understanding of the college application process and current trends in higher education
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
Commitment to innovation in education and alignment with Khan Lab School’s mission
Experience with college planning software (Scoir)

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please submit the following:

A cover letter expressing interest in and qualifications for this position.
Current resume.
A list of three professional references with name, relationship, phone number, and email address. References will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission.

Compensation & Benefits:

The salary range for this role is $120,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year.  Actual salary will take into consideration a candidate’s years of experience, education, professional experience, and skills.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
Discretionary Time Off (DTO).
Paid holidays and sick time per the employee handbook.

Start Date:

Fall 2024

The school occupies two campuses:

Upper School Campus: 1200 Villa Street, Mountain View, CA 94041.
Lower School Campus: 3233 Cowper Street, Palo Alto, CA 94306.

Khan Lab School is an equal-opportunity employer. The organization does not unlawfully discriminate based on race, color, creed, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disabilities, medical conditions (including medical history or genetic characteristics), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws or regulations.