IB Diploma Program University Guidance Counsellor

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity among our teachers, staff and students.

At One World International School (OWIS), we are looking for passionate, adaptable educators who enjoy teaching students from diverse cultures. OWIS provides an individualised approach to learning that nurtures every aspect of child development. In addition to versatile learning spaces and a variety of extracurricular activities, we offer rigorous curricula that prepare students to be future innovators and leaders. 

We are an IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) World School, a Cambridge International School and an IBDP School. All teaching positions require a high proficiency in spoken and written English, a degree, teaching qualifications and ICT literacy.

One World International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. We are committed to recruiting candidates who share this commitment to safeguarding. Before an offer is given, candidates will undergo child protection screening and will be required to provide a Police Verification Check from their country of residence.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with IBDP and Secondary team to analyse and evaluate student performance data and take appropriate action in support of effective university guidance.
• Meet with students and their parents to provide personal support as part of the university planning process.
• Provide comprehensive support for students through personal interviews, guidance through university selection process and thorough preparation of the application process (including personal statements and university essays).
• Support and guide students and families with university and scholarship/financial aid applications.
• Organise and host university talks and visits.
• Provide a holistic student-centered approach to guidance and well-being.
• Ensure students have access to clear guidance on the options of courses, careers and colleges and universities.
• Guide students through the university application process, providing individualised support in writing personal and/or college essay, resumes, application forms and interviews.

Requirements:

• A minimum of three (3) years of university guidance counsellor or university admissions experience.
• Candidate must at least possess Bachelor's degree and a Professional Degree in Teaching/Teaching qualification certificates (PGDE, PGCE, PGCEi, NIE Diploma)/Valid Teacher License/QTS.
• Must have understanding and knowledge of the major university systems and admissions processes for student applications (eg. Australia, Canada, UK, USA, Singapore)
• Must have strong knowledge and experience of IGCSE and IBDP.
• Experience in an International School environment (preferred).