Career and University Guidance Counsellor Aldar Academies

Guidance Counsellors will help students evaluate their abilities, interest, talents, and personalities to develop realistic academic and career goals. Counsellors use interviews, counselling sessions, interest and aptitude assessment tests.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Aldar Education offers an attractive remuneration package including medical & life insurance, flights, and education benefits. Our employees have access to a wide network of professionals and opportunities to lead and contribute to training others as well as developing themselves.

Aldar Education is keen to hear from like-minded, forward-thinking leaders who would welcome the challenges and opportunities that we have to offer.

This job description is not all-inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals to join our company.

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Main Accountabilities

• Support students in their personal, academic and career development by providing guidance on University choices, career pathways and skills for future success.
• Track and assess the progress of students, offering tailored support to help them achieve their academic goals and career aspirations.
• Facilitate a smooth post secondary transition by assisting students with University applications, career planning and preparation for life beyond school.
• Undertake roles within the school as expected such as duties and ECAs
• Participate in ongoing CPD as expected by the school

Career Counselling

• Implementation of Guidance Programs: The CU Guidance Counselor is responsible for implementing the school's CU guidance policy and program, ensuring that students receive appropriate guidance regarding their postsecondary education and career aspirations
• Career Aspirations Guidance: They understand the career aspirations of students, starting from Cycle 2, provide guidance on planning and aligning student portfolios to meet these aspirations, including subject choices and extracurricular activities
• Postsecondary Options and Applications: The counselor helps students identify suitable local and international post secondary options and ensures that students submit at least one application to a post secondary destination
• Student and Parent Engagement: Engaging with parents throughout the guidance process is crucial, emphasizing the importance of student agency in decision-making
• Administrative Support: The CU Guidance Counselor provides full administrative support for students' postsecondary applications, including writing recommendation letters and reviewing personal statements
• Community and Network Development: Establishing relationships with local postsecondary institutions is essential to facilitate opportunities for students, such as admissions visits and internships
• Continuous Professional Development: Counselors are required to engage in professional development activities to stay updated and effective in their roles
• Support of Gifted and Talented Students and Students with Additional Learning Needs:
• Give tailored guidance to these students exploring alternative pathways, specialized programs. Support with scholarships and mentorship opportunities that align with their aspirations.
• Event Organization: The counselor organizes CU guidance events and maintains a calendar of key dates relevant to students; guidance need.
• Pan and coordinate career and university guidance events, ensuring students have access to valuable opportunities for exploration and decision making
• Alumni Connection: Fosters excellent relationships with alumni and track their pathways