University Counsellor

Shenzhen College of International Education Job Title: University Counsellor Employment Type: Full Time Start date: 1st August 2026 Shenzhen College of International Education WELCOME TO SCIE – STRIVING TO BE THE BEST University Counsellor Enjoy supporting students who want to learn at the highest level Quality of life matters – 6 periods of “Personal Time” per week Fully CIS & WASC accredited school founded in 2003 Position Profile • UK/US counselling experience preferred • Minimum 2 years counselling experience in the relevant area • Ability to counsel high achieving students targeting at Top US&UK universities • A degree in your area of expertise • College Counselling qualifications (US college counselling certification & British Council certification or equivalents) Specific Responsibilities of University Counsellor • To work with A1 & A2 (US equivalent: Grades 11-12/12-13) students one-on-one on developing their university applications (assisting the students in providing expert Personal Statement/application essay advice, assisting the students with SCIE AL/AP course options, etc.). • To work with G1 students one-on-one on initially preparing and developing their future university goals and objectives. This would involve setting a four-year plan that can move forward into G2 & A1 classes and further one-on-one meetings. • To create and conduct university application “enrichment” and PSHE classes for students in G2 & A1 (US equivalent: Grades 9-11/10-12). • To regularly assess student performance, provide constructive feedback through a system of referral comments, and work with students to monitor progress and identify areas for improvement in the student/Counsellor relationship. • To collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment, sharing best practices and resources, including results from Counsellor-attended CPD (webinars, conferences, university visits, courses, etc.). • To form a relationship with student