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Director of College Counseling - IDEA Yukon College Prep (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools, Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States

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Director of College Counseling - IDEA Yukon College Prep (Immediate Opening) Role Mission: As a member of the campus leadership team, the Director of College Counseling oversees the graduation plan and college enrollment for all students at their assigned campus. The DCC manages the college counseling team comprised of College Counselors (CCs) and Road To and Through College Teachers (RTTC Teachers). In this capacity, the DCC supervises initiatives to educate students about college education and help students navigate the college research, admissions, and enrollment process. This role will require up to approximately 25% travel annually, typically for districtwide events and occasional monthly travel to schools and professional development opportunities.

Compensation and Benefits Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $78,996 and $92,030, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children. Specific benefits include:

Paid Family Leave: up to 8 weeks of paid leave for birth or adoption based on tenure and caregiver designation.

Tuition Reimbursement: up to 50% of tuition toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year, subject to manager discretion and budget availability.

Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services at no cost.

Additional benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. IDEA may offer relocation assistance if applicable.

What You Bring — Competencies Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred

Experience: 3+ years in K-12 or higher education, required; 1+ years of college access experience, required; 1+ years of people or team management, highly preferred

Certificate: Valid Counseling certificate preferred

Knowledge And Skills

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to adapt to multiple situations in the school environment

Experience in college admissions is preferable

Ability to build solid student and family relationships

Strong command of English, verbal and written

Ability to manage other adults to achieve ambitious outcomes

Proven track record of results with student academic progress

Responsibilities Accountabilities

Manage and oversee college enrollment campaigns for the campus (quality applications, financial aid, matriculation).

Supervise and motivate CCs and RTTC teachers toward college enrollment and matriculation goals; improve ACT scores and OTG rates.

Administer the school’s master schedule, schedule students, and audit transcripts for appropriate course placement.

Supervise and support CCs and RTTC teachers through coaching and operating mechanisms.

Initiate and oversee initiatives to improve the quality of student applicants and college admissions/enrollments.

Report progress to national, regional, and campus leadership; advise on pivots to deliver results.

Analyze data dashboards and resources to meet benchmarks.

Deliver high-quality professional development for campus staff to promote a college-going culture.

Enforce procedures that meet college readiness requirements and improve college completion rates.

Support RTTC teachers in planning college field lessons and ACT prep.

Design college-going culture initiatives with students and families based on trust and respect.

Encourage CCs and RTTC teachers to participate in professional development from national and external stakeholders.

We look for a Team and Family who embody our values and characteristics, including commitment to our mission, accountability for outcomes, willingness to take action, urgency in driving student outcomes, adaptability in a high-growth environment, openness to feedback, cross-department collaboration, and professional conduct.

About IDEA Public Schools IDEA Public Schools believes every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA has grown to a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Ohio, and continues to aim for 100% college acceptance for graduates.

We emphasize a Staff Culture and Belonging team and core values that promote integrity, respect, and belonging. Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here.

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