Job Description
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
Capital City is looking for innovative, experienced, and passionate staff members!
At Capital City, we challenge the status quo every day. Our staff are skilled, compassionate, solutions-oriented, and unwavering in their commitment to give children of all ages, all backgrounds, and all abilities the education they need to thrive.
If you want to help prepare the next generation of changemakers, apply today!
Why work at Capital City?
Work hard and achieve results, together! At Capital City, staff members work on collaborative teams that grapple with challenges, celebrate successes, and support and learn from one another.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords. We believe the diversity of our staff and the students we serve is our greatest asset.
We take seriously the responsibility to achieve equity for our students and build a culture where staff engage in dialogue about race and work to build an inclusive culture.
About the Position :
The Director of College Counseling and Alumni Affairs is a critical role at Capital City’s Upper School. The Director has primary responsibility for ensuring all of our students apply and are accepted to colleges and universities.
This involves helping each student explore their interests and talents and develop a personal plan for applying and being admitted to college.
Involving and educating parents will be critical. This job description is meant to provide an outline for the many and varied responsibilities of the position.
There may be additional responsibilities as the program develops and needs arise. The Director reports to the Upper School Principal and works closely with the Head of School, Director of Student Services, and Development Director.
This is a 12-month position which is exempt and therefore not eligible for overtime pay under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
In the following areas, the Director of College Counseling and Alumni Affairs is responsible for :
College Counseling and Individual Support
- Providing individualized support to students in selecting schools and navigating the application process.
- Setting up a college and career office where students can access information and resources.
- Setting up student accounts on Naviance and ensuring its effective use.
- Working with the Director of Student Services to support students with disabilities and language needs in preparing for college admissions and transition.
- Writing an official school recommendation for each senior.
- Collecting and disseminating information to students and their parents on summer opportunities.
Curriculum and Instruction
- Teaching a class for juniors focused on academic, social and emotional readiness for college along with preparation for SATs and college applications.
- Training students to use Naviance and using Naviance tools for instruction.
- Working with teachers to develop an advisory curriculum of college readiness.
- Securing and organizing curriculum resources.
Parent Education and Communication
- Providing information sessions and support for families in understanding the college application process and financial aid.
- Providing focused outreach and support to first-generation college families.
- Supporting students and families in finding scholarships and college funding.
- Creating a College Search Handbook.
- Keeping parents informed through regular communications.
- Training parents to use Naviance.
Assessments / Admissions Testing
- Maintaining and disseminating information about standardized tests such as SAT, ACT, and TOEFL.
- Coordinating and supporting test preparation activities.
- Helping register students and administer AP and PSAT exams.
- Working with the Director of Student Services to arrange for extended time on tests for eligible students.
Outreach to Colleges and Universities
- Introducing our program to colleges and universities and fostering partnerships.
- Compiling a school profile, as well as information on grading and course offerings.
- Setting up college visits and tours for students.
- Serving as a liaison with college admissions offices.
Partnerships
- Establishing partnerships with local and national organizations to support our students.
- Identifying and maintaining partnerships for our students to take college classes.
Internships
- Developing and managing an internship program for high school students.
- Identifying organizations to host interns.
- Maintaining program materials.
- Monitoring student participation and quality of placements.
- Providing training for students selected for internships.
Alumni Affairs
- Maintaining data and database of Capital City Public Charter School alumni.
- Organizing alumni events.
- Surveying alumni and utilizing data to support programmatic decisions.
- Creating an Alumni council / board.
Other Professional Responsibilities
- Keeping track of activities and results and making regular reports.
- Being aware of issues and trends in college admission, higher education, and testing.
- Maintaining membership in professional organizations.
Desired Qualifications :
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Experience working in secondary education or college education preferred.
- Experience with District of Columbia financial aid preferred.
- Experience working with diverse student populations or in an urban setting is preferred.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to be detail oriented while also maintaining hold of the big picture.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and databases.
- Exceptional project management and organizational skills required.
In addition to the above requirements, staff members must meet the requirements of all hires at Capital City including a criminal background check.
About Our School
Capital City was founded in 2000 and currently serves a diverse population of nearly 1,000 students across PK-12th grade.
We have been recognized as a model for social, emotional and academic development. Our program emphasizes a commitment to diversity and equity, a strong inclusion model and the integration of arts into the curriculum.
Capital City is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status.
All employment decisions will be made solely on the basis of the individual’s qualifications as related to the requirements of the position being filled.
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