College and Career Counselor

26/27 School Year – Teaching Opportunities

Amman Academy is an IB World School (PYP–DP) serving a diverse international community. The
College and Career Counselor is responsible for leading a comprehensive, strategic, and data-informed
university guidance program designed to secure strong international university acceptance outcomes for
students.
Working within an IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) framework, the
counselor provides individualized academic advising, global university application strategy, and career
pathway planning for students in Grades 8–12. This role requires deep expertise in competitive
international admissions systems (including US, UK/UCAS, Canada, Australia, Europe, and Asia-Pacific)
and a proven track record of successful placements at reputable global institutions.
The ideal candidate combines technical mastery of international admissions processes with cultural
intelligence, strategic thinking, and the ability to guide families through complex global higher education
landscapes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and implement a vertically aligned Grades 8–12 university and career readiness program.
2. Guide students through international university research, selection, and application strategy.
3. Provide expert advising on global admissions systems (Common App, UCAS, direct entry
   systems, portfolio-based programs).
4. Support DP students in aligning subject choices, predicted grades, and extracurricular profiles
   with international university expectations.
5. Coach students in personal statement development, essay writing, interviews, and portfolio
   preparation.
6. Oversee transcript preparation, recommendation processes, documentation compliance, and
   submission timelines.
7. Track global admissions trends, scholarship opportunities, and evolving international policy
   changes.
8. Build and maintain relationships with international universities and admissions representatives.
9. Design and lead Parent Salons and workshops focused on global admissions systems and
   financial planning.
10. Maintain comprehensive data tracking systems for applications, acceptances, scholarships, and
    placement outcomes.
11. Collaborate with admissions and leadership teams to communicate post-secondary success
    outcomes for recruitment and retention.
12. Contribute strategically to strengthening the school’s international university placement reputation.

Background Experiences

1. Minimum 5 years of experience in college and career counseling within an international or IB
   secondary school setting.
2. Demonstrated record of successful international university placements.
3. Experience advising IB DP students through global admissions processes.
4. Experience working with multilingual and multicultural families.
5. Experience building partnerships with universities and external organizations.
6. Experience in remote, corporate-sponsored, or close-knit community schools is an advantage.

Professional & Educational Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Counseling, Education, Psychology, or related field (Master’s preferred).
2. Professional certification in counseling or related discipline preferred.
3. Strong understanding of IB MYP and DP structures and assessment systems.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of global admissions platforms and documentation systems.
5. Fluency in English required; proficiency in Bahasa Indonesia is an advantage.

Expertise & Competencies

• International University Admissions Expertise – Deep understanding of competitive global
  admissions systems and trends.
• Strategic Academic Advising – Ability to align academic programming with university
  acceptance goals.
• Cultural Intelligence – Skilled at guiding diverse families with varying expectations.
  • Data-Informed Practice – Ability to track, analyze, and communicate admissions outcomes
  effectively.
• Communication Excellence – Clear, persuasive, and professional written and verbal
  communication.
• Ethical Practice – Maintains confidentiality, integrity, and compliance in all admissions
  processes.
• Adaptability and Resilience – Thrives in a developing international school context with high
  expectations.

Work Environment & Expectations

• Commitment to Amman Academy’s mission and IB philosophy.
• Serve as a visible leader in preparing students for global post-secondary pathways.
• Participate actively in accreditation processes and professional learning communities.
• Maintain open, professional communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Contribute positively to a respectful, inclusive, and student-centered school culture.
• Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to the unique needs of a mining community school and
  rotating family schedules.