Counselor

Full-Time Opportunity at the American Education and Thinking Academy (AETA) $60,000-$80,000/Per Year Benefits (PTO and Sick Days) American Education and Thinking Academy (AETA) is an independent educational academy located in Burlington, MA. We are currently seeking one enthusiastic and talented full-time Counselor to join our team. Who Should Apply? ✔ Self-motivated and detail-oriented ✔ Fast learner, good team player, and enjoys helping students ✔ Good communication and customer service skills Position Type: Full-Time Schedule: Monday: 11-7 (In-Person) Tuesday: 11-7 (In-Person) Thursday: 11-7 (In-Person) Friday: OFF Saturday: OFF Sunday: 9-5 (In-Person) Work Location: On-site in Burlington, MA Start Date: As soon as possible 1. College Application Counseling Provide one-on-one, comprehensive college counseling to middle and high school students, including college selection, application strategy, timelines, and financial aid fundamentals. Guide students through all components of the college application process, including school lists, essays, resumes, extracurricular activities, and recommendation coordination. Stay current on college admissions trends, policies, testing requirements, and institutional priorities, and proactively communicate updates to students and parents. 2. Private School Application Counseling Provide one-on-one private school counseling to elementary and middle school students and their families, including school selection, application strategy, timelines, and financial aid fundamentals. Advise families on private middle school and high school planning, with a focus on long‑term academic and extracurricular pathways. Guide students through all components of private school applications, including school lists, essays, interviews, extracurricular profiles, and recommendation coordination. Review and advise on student and parent essays, ensuring clarity, authenticity, and alignment with admissions expectations. Manage and track application deadlines, requirements, and student progress across multiple private schools. Stay current on private school admissions trends, policies, and testing requirements, and maintain professional relationships with private school admissions offices. Maintain consistent and proactive parent communication, providing individualized guidance and strategic planning. Why Join Us? ✔ Build your resume with hands‑on teaching opportunities ✔ Work in a flexible and supportive environment #J-18808-Ljbffr