High School University Advisor

pbOur Mission /bbr/We are a community of learners determined to make the world - or our corner of it- a better, kinder place. We reflect our values in everything we do so that we make the most of opportunities and challenges in a spirit of enthusiastic inquiry. /p pbOur Vision /bbr/We help every student turn learning into action, creating opportunities for students to stretch themselves further and achieve more than they believe possible. /p h3General Description /h3 pThe High School University Advisor will seek to promote student success by following best practices to empower students to discover, explore and achieve their potential as lifelong learners. ISZL University Advisors promote a positive school climate through supporting students in achieving their best fit future pathway(s). /p pThis is a full-time role (100%). /p pThe High School University Advisor is expected to: /p ul liWork collaboratively with the wider High School team to oversee and plan all activities related to university advising, including: parent, student and teacher workshops, course selection (we offer MYP, IBDP, AP, BTEC and ISZL courses), university visits, internship placements, gap year/ service planning, standardised testing (SAT, TOEFL and IELTS tests), and reference writing. /li liOversee and support application processing for all students to world-wide universities, including within Switzerland and Germany, wider Europe, the UK, US, Canada, and Asia. /li liCollect and analyse department data to identify trends, patterns and suggest improvements to the programme. /li liWork together with the High School Leadership Team, Parent Association, Admissions, and Communications to support families as they plan for their life beyond ISZL. /li liProvide Grade 11-12 students and parents support, guidance, information and advocacy as they navigate their way through the university application process worldwide. /li liEnsure that students and parents feel well-informed, supported and empowered to identify appropriate universities that are a good fit and present themselves to those universities in a manner that highlights their strengths. /li liSupport students and parents in their transition from Grade 10 to Grade 11 with preliminary university information and guidance on subject selection. /li liParticipate in the ongoing development and implementation of a careers and strengths exploration for Grades 9-10. /li liSet personal and department goals to provide the highest possible standards of support to students and parents. /li liRepresent ISZL at major international admissions and guidance conferences, including during those that take place in vacation periods. /li liWork remotely over the IB/AP/BTEC results period to support students and families. /li liPrepare and update the University Handbook/google site, obtain and collate information pertaining to worldwide university admissions requirements, updates the library of college/university brochures and make college search software available to students /li liInform the community about the University Advising services through the newsletter for parents and daily notices for students /li liWrite school recommendations and coordinate teacher information for college-bound Seniors. /li liPlan and organise career and university information sessions, host and maintain liaison with University Tours, and sponsor parent information sessions. /li liMaintain appropriate databases and information systems to streamline the dissemination of information relevant to the college selection and admissions process /li /ul h3While working with ISZL Colleagues /h3 ul liAdvise Grade Level Leaders in the areas of career exploration, university and college guidance. /li liWork with homeroom teachers to proactively support students in their applications and supporting materials for applications. /li liCollaborate with colleagues for the administration of school-based admissions tests such as STEP, BMAT, TSA, etc. /li liProvide required input for the School Profile /li liMaintain student records and correspondence relevant to college guidance/admission /li /ul h3Required and Preferred Qualifications /h3 ul liPlease refer to ISZL's Candidate Profile /li liA formal teaching qualification would be desirable. /li liIt is essential that applicants have at least 5 years experience supporting students' university needs. /li liExperience of European/UK university application processes is desirable. /li /ul h3Compensation /h3 pCompensation for this position will be commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and is very competitive globally. /p h3What we offer /h3 ul liPaid insurance benefits (accident insurance + long-term sickness) /li liGenerous pension fund contributions /li liSocial events /li liA modern, dynamic and collaborative work environment /li /ul h3Key ISZL Reference Documents /h3 ul liGuiding Statements /li liProfessional Standards /li liTeaching Standards /li liLearning Principles /li liInclusion Policy /li liVisit the Employment section of ISZL's website for more information /li /ul pISZL is an equal opportunity employer /p pAs such, ISZL agrees to support, respect, and seek inclusion with regard to the safety and care of all community members, including potential members looking to join our school. This includes but is not limited to: age; disabilities; ethnicity; gender; gender expression; gender identity; health needs; languages spoken; marital status; mental health; national origin; political affiliation; race; religion; sex; sexual orientation, and any additional characteristic protected under Swiss law. /p pISZL endeavours to understand and protect the civil and human rights of all individuals, striving to maintain a high level of multicultural awareness and knowledge about all applicable laws and statutes related to non-discrimination and inclusion. /p h3Child Protection /h3 pISZL is committed to the use of the International Task Force on Child Protection screening and assessment practices for schools for all hiring processes. ISZL takes very seriously its responsibility for safeguarding our students against abuse and neglect. All staff and other adults associated with ISZL are expected to share this commitment and to immediately report any concerns regarding a student's safety or wellbeing. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr