Top 61 Academic advisor Jobs in Gaithersburg Md

College Counselor
GEORGETOWN PREPARATORY SCHOOL MASTER —Rockville, MD
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- School experience
- High school
- Mid-level
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Career Coach
Frederick County Public Schools —Frederick, MD
- $30.68 an hour
- High school
- Public school
- Entry level
- Retirement plan
5d
Career Coach - Charter Schools
Frederick County Public Schools —Frederick, MD
- $30.68 an hour
- Mid-level
- Retirement plan
5d
Academic Advisor
University of Maryland —College Park, MD
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Customer service
- Salesforce
Academic Advisor
Howard University —Washington, DC
- $51,000 - $61,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- University
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
Academic Advisor, BSed
George Mason University —Fairfax, VA
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- University
Assistant Director of Academic Affairs, Center for Security Studies (CSS), Walsh School of Foreign Service (SFS)
Georgetown University —Washington, DC
- $44,022.00 - $73,406.80 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
3d
Academic Advisor
George Mason University —Fairfax, VA
- Online Application
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
4d
Academic Advisor, Special Education and Assistive Technology
George Mason University —Fairfax, VA
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
4d
Completion Specialist - Parent Scholars Program
Howard Community College —Columbia, MD
- $30 - $39 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Master's degree
- Dental insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
12d
Counselor
University of Maryland —College Park, MD
- $70,000 - $73,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
College Counselor
Archdiocese of Washington —Washington, DC
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
College and Career Counselor
Friendship Public Charter School —Washington, DC
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- High school
- Writing skills
Associate Director of College Counseling
Bullis School —Potomac, MD
- $88,000 - $107,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- High school
- Master's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Associate Director of Career Development
The Catholic University of America —Washington, DC
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 year
Undergraduate Student Academic Advisor
George Mason University —Fairfax, VA
- Weekends as needed
- Research
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Career Service Counselor
University of the District of Columbia —Washington, DC
- $68,140 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
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12d
Assistant Director, First Generation Student Initiatives (STEM) - Georgetown University College of Arts & Sciences
Georgetown University —Washington, DC
- $47,586.00 - $87,558.13 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- University
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Academic Coordinator
George Mason University —Fairfax, VA
- Online Application
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
College and Career Readiness Instructor
Goodwill of Greater Washington —Washington, DC
- $68,625 - $102,375 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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College Counselor

GEORGETOWN PREPARATORY SCHOOL MASTER
Rockville, MD

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Job Details

$90,000 - $110,000 a year

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Position Summary:

School seeks a compassionate, detail-oriented, and student-focused College Counselor to join our College Counseling Office. This individual will support high school students throughout the college exploration, application, and decision-making process. The role requires a collaborative professional with experience in college counseling or college admissions, a deep understanding of the college landscape, and a strong commitment to student-centered guidance.

Responsibilities:

Provide individual and group counseling to students in all aspects of the college application process, including self-assessment, researching colleges, essay writing, and interview preparation.
Maintain regular communication with students and families to ensure clarity, timeliness, and encouragement throughout the college admission cycle.
Review and provide feedback on student applications and essays.
Compose detailed and personalized letters of recommendation for seniors.
Collaborate with the College Counseling team to plan and deliver grade-level programming, parent meetings, and college workshops.
Liaise with college admission representatives during school visits and virtual sessions.
Utilize college counseling software (e.g., Scoir, Common Application) to track applications and manage student data.
Stay current with trends in college admissions and financial aid.
Support students navigating the athletic recruitment process, including understanding NCAA eligibility requirements, coordinating with coaches, and advising on how athletic interest intersects with the college list-building process.
Guide students in building balanced, well-researched college lists that reflect both academic fit and personal goals, including school size, culture, geography, and intended area of study.
Advise students and families on financial aid processes, including FAFSA, CSS Profile, merit aid strategy, and interpreting financial aid award letters.
Support students in developing their personal narrative and extracurricular positioning beginning in 9th and 10th grade, not solely during the senior application cycle.
Attend relevant internal meetings and contribute positively to the school’s broader academic and community life.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in education, counseling, or a related field preferred
Minimum of three years of experience in college counseling or college admissions
Excellent writing, speaking, and interpersonal skills
Familiarity with the college admission process and a wide variety of colleges and universities
Demonstrated ability to work closely and effectively with high school students and families
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Experience working in an independent school setting is a plus

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