Upper School College Counselor

About Gulliver Preparatory School

Gulliver is a leading school of distinction, founded in 1926 and rooted in a century of educational excellence. To this day, our mission remains unchanged : to create an academic community devoted to educational excellence, with a personal touch, that fulfills each student's potential. Our dedicated educators are at the heart of this mission, as they empower our students to think, create, and grow with purpose, connecting the classroom to the real world, and preparing them for what's next. At Gulliver, we believe that success is not just what students achieve, but also who they become, and the role they play in shaping the future.

Rooted in the spirit of Miami, Gulliver embodies the city's energy and innovation to create a learning environment that's dynamic and future-facing. We aspire to be a national model for teaching and learning, where the intellectual curiosity of educators and students drives creativity, discovery, and the highest levels of achievement in the classroom, in our community, and beyond.

Working at Gulliver

Gulliver is a trusted guide for families, and our faculty and staff are core to building powerful relationships that ensure every child thrives. Our compassionate, inspired educators nurture individuality and character, fostering a culture of collaboration that challenges students to meet their full potential and prepare for a future full of possibility.

Join a community where passionate educators elevate their craft, inspire future-ready learners, and take teaching and learning to the next level!

Position Overview

Gulliver Prep Upper School College Counselors are passionate, student-centered educators committed to delivering dynamic, engaging, and rigorous academic experiences. The College Counselor will work closely with upper school students, guiding them through the college exploration and application process, including advising on course selection, standardized testing, and creating a balanced college list. The role involves assisting with application essays and liaising with college admissions representatives. The counselor will also collaborate with families, faculty, and staff to ensure students are well-prepared to achieve their academic and career objectives.

Job Responsibilities

The Upper School College Counselor key responsibilities are as follows :

• Proactively create and develop positive relationships with all school community members (students, families, teachers, administrators, and staff).
• Meet with parents and guardians of students in assigned caseload (approximately 30 students per grade, 10-12) to discuss student progress and to determine priorities for the students and their academic needs and goals.
• Confer with faculty, other college counselors, mental health counselors, and administrators to discuss assigned students' needs and progress.
• Guide students in grades 11 and 12 through all aspects of the college application process, including college list development, athletic recruitment advisement, creation and completion of college applications, essay development and refinement, and submission of applications.
• Responsible for writing a detailed and persuasive college counselor's recommendation letter in support of each Grade 12 student in their caseload.
• Attend weekly department meetings, assist in developing pre-college and college advising programming, teach college advising workshops and seminars, and participate in department programming events during and outside of regular school hours, including evening events for families and overnight college tour program.
• Collaborate with the college counseling team to maintain and update handbooks, handouts, digital newsletters, and the annually updated Upper School Profile.
• As assigned by the Director of School and College Counseling, professionally represent Gulliver Prep at relevant state and national college counseling conferences and workshops, as well as visit colleges and universities, to remain current on college admission trends impacting Gulliver Prep's college counseling program and to deepen and expand knowledge of school options.
• Establish positive working relationships with college admission offices, ensuring they are familiar with Gulliver Preparatory School, specifically, and to advocate on behalf of students to facilitate the admissions process.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Upper School Director of School and College Counseling and the Upper School Principal.

Qualifications & Requirements

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Level II Fingerprint Screening(s), and Drug screen.

Gulliver is deeply committed to the principles of equity and diversity and seeks to create an inclusive community for all faculty and staff. Gulliver is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace.