College Counselor at Forman School – Litchfield, Connecticut

College Counselor Position

Reports to: Director of College Counseling
Secondary Reporting: Associate Director of College Counseling
Contract Length: 12-month position

The College Counselor is a 12-month position reporting to the Director of College Counseling. The role requires a regular on-campus presence, including during the summer months, to ensure consistent communication with students, families, and the College Counseling Office.

At Forman School, the Forman Way is rooted in knowing students deeply, honoring their individual learning profiles, and helping each one build a clear, purposeful path to their post-secondary future. Our College Counseling team is a passionate, student-centered group dedicated to guiding students with empathy, intentionality, and high expectations, encouraging them to dream boldly while developing the self-awareness and skills needed to pursue those dreams. We are an energetic and collaborative office that believes meaningful relationships, thoughtful planning, and consistent support can change lives. We seek a like-minded College Counselor who brings curiosity, heart, and enthusiasm to this work and is eager to add another layer of energy and passion to our shared mission of supporting students and families every step of the way.

The College Counselor supports students and their families through all phases of the post-secondary planning process, including college exploration, application, and decision-making. Working closely with students, parents, faculty, and administrators, the College Counselor helps ensure that each student’s college pathway reflects a thoughtful understanding of academic profile, learning needs, personal interests, and long-term goals.

Forman’s Mission, Promise, and Core Values

Forman School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for boarding and day students with identified learning differences. Forman develops the whole student, based on each individual’s learning profile, so that all graduates become educated, confident self-advocates throughout life.

Forman is committed to sustaining an inclusive environment that fosters a deeper understanding of differences in race, gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status, geographical origin, physical ability, and family structure.

We believe society is bettered when we learn from and embrace those with different experiences and perspectives from our own. Our community values truth, respect, and kindness.

? Advise approximately 15–25 juniors and seniors through the college search, application, and decision-making process.

? Guide students in developing balanced, well-researched college lists with a strong focus on institutional fit.

? Evaluate transcripts, coursework, test scores, learning profiles, and individual interests to support informed post-secondary planning.

? Ensure timely and accurate completion and submission of all application materials, including transcripts, recommendations, school reports, standardized testing, and fees.

? Write comprehensive and supportive counselor letters of recommendation for assigned students.

? Maintain consistent communication with students and families; respond to inquiries within 24 hours.

? Conduct individual, family, small-group, and class-wide meetings as needed.

? Collaborate closely with the Director of College Counseling and other faculty and administrators to support students holistically.

? Contribute to the development of the Post-Secondary Planning I & II curriculum and teach three sections of each course.

? Advise students and families on standardized testing and be present for all testing administrations at Forman School.

? Build and maintain professional relationships with college admission representatives and stay informed about trends in college admissions.

? Engage in ongoing professional development related to college counseling and related responsibilities.

? Uphold Forman’s core values of Truth, Respect, and Kindness in all interactions.

? Perform other duties as assigned.

Educational and Experiential Background and Credentials

Required:

? Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Prior experience in college counseling, secondary education, admissions, or a related field preferred.

? Knowledge of the college admissions process, including institutions that support students with learning differences.

? Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

? Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with attention to detail.

Preferred:

? Master’s degree in a related field (school counseling, student affairs, or a related counseling or education field)

? Experience working within a school setting, collaborating with educators and support staff to implement executive function strategies.