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