Director of College Counseling

Maret is looking for an inspiring and dynamic director of college counseling beginning on July 1, 2026. The director of college counseling provides the vision and strategic leadership for the school’s comprehensive college counseling program and leads a collaborative team of college counseling professionals that includes one full-time college counselor, one part-time college counselor, and the registrar. Candidates should be lifelong learners who reflect the school's mission and core values, possess strong communication skills, and exhibit a facility and nimbleness with technology. The position is supervised by the director of upper school. Additional responsibilities include serving as an advisor to a group of upper school students and fulfilling one or more community responsibilities.

Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to and passion for equity, inclusion, and belonging in all facets of their work.

The successful candidate will:
• Design, implement, and continually refine the comprehensive college counseling program and ensure that the program aligns with the school’s mission and values;
• Manage office operations, timelines, and workflows, including working to support faculty with their responsibilities in the college counseling process;
• Lead and supervise the college counseling team (two counselors and registrar), including hiring, mentoring, and evaluating the team;
• Provide individual counsel for students and families through all phases of the college application and admission process;
• Write compelling and effective letters of recommendation for students in their counseling group and provide guidance around the writing of recommendation letters for the college counseling team and faculty;
• Build and maintain relationships with a wide range of colleges and universities and stay informed of national college admission trends;
• Represent the school within regional and national college counseling networks;
• Maintain accurate records, school profiles, and data reporting;
• Plan and facilitate programming for varied constituencies of the school community, including parents and faculty;
• Serve as course registration advisor for rising seniors in collaboration with the college counseling team;
• Teach Wellness class units on the college application process.

Qualifications:
• A minimum of seven years of experience in independent school college counseling and/or college admission, including programmatic and supervisory responsibilities;
• Extensive knowledge of US and international higher education systems;
• Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills and the ability to represent Maret to external and internal communities;
• Demonstrated commitment to cultural competency, equity, and inclusion in working with families and colleagues of diverse backgrounds;
• A growth mindset and the ability to maintain high levels of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information;
• The ability to build trust with students, families, and colleagues;
• Commitment to leading with empathy, support, and joy while helping students and families navigate all aspects of the college process;
• Superior organizational skills and work ethic;
• Bachelor’s degree (required); advanced degree preferred.

Competitive salary and benefits. Salary range is $143,500–$165,000, depending on years of teaching experience and qualifications.

Maret’s dynamic community and campus in the midst of Washington, DC, create a unique learning environment for students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Expert teachers inspire students to think both creatively and analytically, seek out multiple perspectives, work hard, and make time for joy as they tackle our challenging curriculum and explore artistic and athletic pursuits. The school’s mission , core values , and educational philosophy ground and guide our work.

Our community strives for equity and inclusion in every aspect of school life. Maret School stands firmly behind the principle that the admission of students, the employment of faculty, the operation of programs, and the governance of the school be open to all who are qualified regardless of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or creed. We believe that this principle is both firmly grounded in the spirit of American democracy and in keeping with the civil responsibilities of an independent school.

All adults on campus are role models for our students and are considered part of the faculty. Every Maret employee must abide by our code of conduct .

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume BY EMAIL ONLY to Director of Upper School Steven Tejada a t stejada@maret.org . Unfortunately, we will not be able to respond personally to every applicant. You will hear from us only if your experience matches our current needs.