Interim College Guidance Counselor

at York, New York, United States

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Salary

Not given in the advert

Closing date

6 December 2026

Start

4 January 2027

Type of post

Pastoral and welfare
A support post, not a teaching post.

First seen

12 November 2026, on Cognita

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Employment type : Temporary, part-time or full-time, 6-month contract ( n ot to exceed June 30, 2027 ) Salary : $100,000 pa (prorated; exact salary will be determined commensurate upon experience) Start date : January 4, 2027 About the School - York Prep School: York Preparatory School (YPS) is a New York City independent school committed to creating a nurturing environment that challenges and supports each student in a diverse and inclusive setting. Compassionate and accessible educators guide our students through a traditional and rigorous curriculum, while employing a range of innovative techniques to cultivate each individual student’s skills, abilities, and interests. YPS strives to educate the whole child, meeting each student where they are, and supporting them as they grow into lifelong learners and responsible citizens. The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Interim College Guidance Counselor to join our fantastic team for the duration of the 2026-2027 School Year. About Cognita: Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique. Our collective mission is "Thriving Schools. Inspiring Futures." At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too. We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 90 schools in 21 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class. It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive. About the Role: York Preparatory School seeks an experienced Interim College Guidance Counselor to support students and families for a six-month appointment while the school conducts a search for a permanent college guidance leader. The Interim Counselor will provide continuity during an important stage of the college planning process, helping seniors complete applications and navigate admissions decisions while guiding juniors through their initial college exploration and planning. This opportunity may be particularly well suited to an independent college counselor or retired college guidance director who would enjoy bringing their expertise to a welcoming school community for a finite period. The schedule and scope of the appointment can be discussed based on the candidate’s availability and the school’s needs, with regular on-site availability required. Who We Are Looking For: We are seeking a seasoned, student-centered college counselor who can step seamlessly into an established program midyear and immediately make an impact. Bringing substantial college counseling experience—ideally within an independent school setting—you will combine deep expertise in admissions, financial aid, and specialized pathways (i.e., arts, athletics, international applications, etc.) with a warm, steady presence that puts adolescents and families at ease. You are especially adept at supporting students with diverse academic profiles and learning differences, helping them to identify appropriate learning support services and to build self-advocacy skills. A collaborative communicator, skilled writer, and meticulous organizer, you thrive on building quick, trusting relationships with students, parents, faculty, and college admissions representatives while juggling urgent senior deadlines and junior-year planning—and leaving clear, thoughtful records for a smooth leadership transition. Qualifications: •A bachelo

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Type

State school

Pupils

460

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