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Columbuscatholic

College Counselor

Columbuscatholic, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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WHO WE ARE Cristo Rey Columbus prepares students to excel in college, in career, and in character. Our college-prep curriculum, work-study program, and faith-based education combine to give students a unique experience and an affordable option for high-quality education. Our school is grounded in the following characteristics, which shape the Cristo Rey Columbus experience for our faculty, students and families:

College-Prep Academics – All students take college preparatory coursework. Our teachers and support staff work to support students in achieving high academic standards, setting them up for success in college.

Work-Study Program – Our students work in a professional environment five days a month providing students with a professional mentor. This experience not only helps to fund students’ education, it provides them with an invaluable opportunity to engage in a professional environment.

Catholic Identity – At the heart of the Cristo Rey Columbus community is our faith in Jesus Christ, and a commitment to nurture the faith of all students. This all happens in an atmosphere of mutual respect and concern for all members of our Cristo Rey Columbus community – students, teachers, staff, and families.

Diverse Community – We value and are proud of our diversity. Over half of Cristo Rey Columbus students have at least one parent who was born outside of the United States. Cristo Rey families come from over 40 different countries including Africa, Asia, Central and South America.

WHO YOU ARE A dedicated professional committed to creating and sustaining a culture of high expectations and support for all students. You demonstrate a commitment to Cristo Rey’s mission and Catholic, faith-based education. As a member of the College Counseling team, the College Counselor reports to the Director of College Counseling & Alumni Advising and will have primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing, and monitoring all aspects of a student’s college discernment process.

RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Guide and assist students and parents through the entire college and financial aid application process.

Design and teach College Counseling Advisory classes that support the college counseling process.

Support the planning and implementation of workshops for parents and students on key topics related to the college admissions and financial aid processes (on occasion, for faculty/staff).

Ensure students take advantage of special opportunities made available to low-income and/or first-generation college students in the college search process.

Establish and maintain relationships with college representatives on behalf of the school and the students.

Coordinate college representative visits to CRCHS and college fairs.

Coordinate logistics for on-campus college experiences.

Data management, transcript retrieval, and application materials submission via the SCOIR system.

Actively research all aspects of college counseling: financial aid, scholarships, applications, and standards.

Support the work of the College Department and team with office initiatives and projects.

Attend required staff development and training sessions throughout the year.

QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year educational institution.

Spanish fluency preferred but not required.

Experience guiding high school students and families through the college admissions process is strongly preferred but not required.

Understanding of the barriers to access to college for low income and/or first-generation students.

Strong written and communication skills; detail-oriented; team player; ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment.

Relentless focus on results, high-level accountability, and willingness to do “whatever it takes.”

Experience building rapport and trust with people from diverse socio‑economic and cultural backgrounds.

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and ability to work with SCOIR.

Demonstrated commitment to the mission of the Cristo Rey Network and model.

Understand and support the mission of Cristo Rey Columbus as a private, independent, Catholic school under the endorsement of the Catholic Diocese of Columbus.

TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to Ashley Grasinger at agrasinger@crchsworks.org.

Submitting official college transcripts, a background check and attendance at a Protecting God’s Children session will be required prior to employment.

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