This job was posted by : For more information, please see: DepartmentLab School High School FacultyAbout the DepartmentThe University of Chicago Laboratory Schools provide one of the world\'s most outstanding pre-collegiate educational experiences. Because Lab is part of the University of Chicago, the importance of intellectual life-of thought and exploration-infuses all aspects of our curriculum, and students in every grade benefit from outstanding UChicago academicians and access to unmatched resources. John Dewey-one of the great minds in education-established the Schools in 1896 as a place to explore and implement his theories on childhood education. Today\'s students still benefit from his vision, and today\'s Lab faculty are recognized as experienced leaders in their field.Families who choose Lab care deeply about curiosity, inquiry, and creativity. Approximately 60 percent of Lab families are affiliated with the University, half live in Hyde Park, and the rest come from across Chicago, the suburbs, and northern Indiana. Lab\'s student body reflects the diversity that is deeply valued by the Schools and its community; approximately half of our 2,000 students are people of color and families report speaking nearly 40 different languages in their homes.The Laboratory Schools seek the finest employees-people who wish to inspire a love of learning in our students and join a vibrant learning community. We employ people with a wide range of skills and training, in many different disciplines. At Lab, we value learning experientially, exhibiting kindness, and honoring diversity. We seek employees who share a similar commitment to these values. Lab people are engaged and excited by our mission of igniting and nurturing an enduring spirit of scholarship, curiosity, creativity, and confidence in the youngest members of the University of Chicago\'s academic community.The Laboratory Schools is a great place to work and our connection to the University provides our faculty and staff with opportunities that would be nearly impossible to match in any other environment.Interested candidates should apply via our website at: Statement:The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University\'s Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-1841 or by email with their request.Job InformationJob Summary:Responsible for administering all aspects of the college search and admissions process. The College Counselor will educate students and parents about college options, the admissions and financial aid processes, current trends, application procedures, and admission testing; provide individual and small group college counseling; consult with parents for the academic, career, and personal success of their children; collaborate and consult with school counselors on developmental issues which impact a student\'s performance in the classroom; provide educational planning, career development, curricular choices for senior year, and its impact for college planning; meet with students regularly to ensure deadlines are being met; give feedback on college essay development; facilitate and meet with college representatives, and serve as the liaison to these representatives and their college admissions offices; build and submit all school documents to colleges and scholarship organizations; write the official Secondary Report and counselor letter of recommendation for each counselee; work with the Director\'s Office to develop quantitative and qualitative analysis and board reports; and maintain the legal and ethical standards as specified for school counselors and college admissions specialists, additionally mindful of those stipulated by the Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admissions of the National Association of College Admission Counseling. The College Counselors report to the High School Principal.Build deep relationships with students, families, and staff to foster a culture of community. Maintain strong lines of communication with families about student progress, and support and collaborate closely with counseling colleagues and faculty in the united pursuit of Lab\'s mission.Responsibilities:Collaboration with Family and Student - Maintain confidential files on each student in their assigned caseload; conduct and staff informational presentations or discussion groups with parents or teachers; meet regularly with all students in caseload; answer all parent communication in a timely and professional manner.Preparation and Submission of Supporting Materials for Applications - Write counselor letters of recommendation for students for c