US University Guidance Counsellor

Campus of La Grande Boissière – Secondary School

Provide comprehensive university guidance to students in Years 10–13, supporting subject selection, competitive applications, and successful transitions to North American post‑secondary education and global pathways.

Key Facts

• Campus: La Grande Boissière (Geneva)
• Department: Secondary School
• Contract type: Part‑time, 32 hours per week over 40 weeks
• Start date: August 16, 2027
• Reference: 300 036
• Application deadline: November 13, 2026

Your Role And Responsibilities

The University Guidance Counsellor supports all students pursuing higher education in North American universities while working alongside the broader guidance team supporting applications to Europe and globally.

Student & Family Guidance

• Provide proactive, individualized university and career counselling for students in Years 12–13.
• Guide Year 11 students through IB subject selection and academic planning aligned with U.S. and Canadian university expectations.
• Lead information sessions for students and parents (e.g., Year 12 university guidance kickoff, Year 13 application and transition sessions, Coffee Mornings, and Guidance newsletter updates).
• Maintain clear and continuous communication with families throughout the entire admissions process.

Application Management & Process

• Support Year 12 and 13 students through the full application cycle, including writing and managing student references and ensuring timely submission.
• Maintain up‑to‑date resources on the University Guidance Website.
• Organize and host university visits on campus and maintain the university visit calendar.
• Collaborate closely with counsellors, faculty, and academic leadership to support student applications and academic alignment.

Professional Expertise & Sector Knowledge

• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of global admissions practices, with a primary focus on U.S. and Canadian higher education as well as Europe.
• Attend professional development conferences, university visits, and training sessions, sharing key updates and best practices with the counselling team.

Who We Are Looking For

Qualifications and Experience:

• Extensive experience counselling U.S. and Canadian university applications within an international school context.
• Strong familiarity with the Common App, institutional portals, and holistic admissions processes.
• Proficiency with MaiaLearning or similar university guidance platforms.
• Experience with university applications in the UK, Europe, and other global regions.
• Familiarity with the IB Diploma Programme and U.S. High School Diploma pathways.
• Knowledge of alternative international post‑secondary pathways (gap years, foundation programs, direct‑entry) is an asset.
• Work Permit Requirement: Must hold a valid Swiss work permit or EU/EFTA passport.

Personal Attributes & Skills

• Student‑centred approach to counselling.
• Outstanding written communication skills, particularly for crafting impactful counsellor recommendations.
• Exceptional team player and clear communicator capable of thriving under tight timelines during peak application seasons.

Note

The Ecole Internationale de Genève values and encourages diversity among its staff. We therefore welcome applications from candidates with a wide range of backgrounds and experience. The School is seriously committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful candidates will be subject to rigorous checks on their prior conduct with regard to Child Protection as appropriate to their position, including reference checking with previous employers and the relevant authorities.