St. Stephen's Episcopal School, a day and boarding school of 710 students (grades 6-12), is seeking a Director of College Counseling for a full-time position beginning August 2025.

The St. Stephen’s counseling staff currently includes four directors and a full-time office manager. The Directors of College Counseling report to the Associate Head of School for Academics and Student Programming.

The responsibilities of the Director of College Counseling may include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Advising and guiding a caseload of approximately 30-35 students per grade through the college application and selection process; 
• Assisting in the dissemination of college information to parents through scheduled presentations and individual conferences; 
• Writing letters of recommendation for seniors and communicating with college admissions offices; 
• Participating in such professional development opportunities that will contribute to the individual’s professional growth and keep the college counseling office abreast of current developments in college admissions and education, in general;
• Representing the school at events and activities that will enhance and promote the image of the school and further communication with college admission professionals; 
• With the other members of the college counseling office, hosting the college admission representatives who travel to the St. Stephen’s campus; 
• Meeting the ethical standards of the college admission profession as articulated by the National Association for College Admission Counseling; 
• Serving on school committees and participating in other school activities as defined by school administrators; 
• Sharing in the day-to-day life of the school community and furthering the school’s mission; 
• Participating in a highly collaborative leadership structure and engaging in ongoing assessment and reimagining of methods, approaches, and programming. 

Qualified candidates will have extensive experience as a college admissions officer and/or college counselor. Experience working in an independent school is preferred. 

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and a letter of interest addressing their qualifications for this role.

About St. Stephen's Episcopal School

St. Stephen's Episcopal School is a coeducational boarding and day school that was founded by the Episcopal Diocese of Texas in 1950. It is a caring, multi-faceted community, inclusive of all faiths and grounded in the Christian tradition. St. Stephen's challenges motivated students to live intelligently, creatively and humanely as contributing members of society. The school develops the whole person within a balanced program of academics, athletics and the arts. Students also participate in a wide variety of clubs and organizations, outdoor education and recreation programs, service learning activities, daily chapel services, and study abroad opportunities.

In accordance with our founding mission and as a diocesan school of the Episcopal Church, St. Stephen's Episcopal School believes in the inherent value and dignity of every human being. We seek qualified candidates who share this foundational belief and are ready to work in community to create a more just society. We celebrate every individual, recognizing that our unique stories, histories, and voices are essential to creating a vibrant living and learning space. As such, we strongly encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply to become members of our community.

Equal access to employment, programs, and services is available to all. With respect to its employment practices, St. Stephen's Episcopal School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender or gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or sexual orientation or identity.