About Grace

Grace Church School is a JK–12, independent school located on two nearby campuses in downtown New York City. An Episcopal school, welcoming children of all faiths and of none, Grace believes in the inherent, precious dignity of every individual and seeks to provide an outstanding education worthy of our common humanity. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to the Episcopal values of dignity and belonging.

Grace is a school of big ideas, and our structured curriculum promotes academic excellence through a pedagogy of joy: an approach that reflects our belief that joy is the fuel of academic achievement, and that students learn best when motivated by delight, wonder, curiosity, and purpose. We work hard to nurture a culture of dignity and belonging, and we seek to foster in each student skills of intellectual excellence and habits of ethical virtue. Grounded in tradition, the school remains ever open to innovation, looking to the best research on the science of learning and the craft of teaching to advance the timeless values and aspirations of our mission. In the high school division, students are challenged to reach their full potential, ask essential questions, and wrestle with complex ideas, working to solve real-world problems, and participate in the interconnected global community.

The ideal Assistant Director has a genuine desire to work with high school students and their families, and will co-counsel students and write School letters of recommendation. They are someone who thrives in a collegial, collaborative, fun, hard-working, fast-tempo environment involving daily contact with students and parents. Along with a keen sense of confidentiality and discretion, as well as energy and adaptability, the ideal candidate possesses strong computer and database management skills, an attention to detail, is confident in written and oral communication, and has the ability to multitask and work both independently and as a team member. The ideal candidate has prior experience in a school setting and/or knowledge of the current college admissions process, including college application software and/or the administration of standardized testing and accommodations.

While reporting to the Directors, this position works closely with grade deans, teachers, and other administrative offices. The ability to develop trusting and appropriate relationships with students and their parents is a priority. The Assistant Director is often the first member of the College Office with whom a family interacts and serves as its initial public face.

Requirements

The Assistant Director of College Counseling works in tandem with and supports the Directors and Associate Director through all aspects of the college process, including:

• general administrative duties (phone, calendaring, correspondence)
• producing and assembling college application credentials (transcripts and recommendations)
• overseeing SCOIR database for the sending of official credentials and data analysis
• coordinating (with the Learning Specialists) applying for testing accommodations 
• overseeing proctoring of extended time testing
• administration of all school-based standardized testing (SAT and ACT)
• liaising with tutoring company that provides standardized test prep 
• scheduling all college admission visitors to Grace
• supporting counselors in weekly college seminar class
• planning events (including a bi-annual College Fair) and being available for evening presentations
• co-counseling students with Directors and Associate Director
• writing School letters of recommendation

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required, master’s degree or beyond is preferred.

Compensation

This is a full-time faculty position with an expected base salary of $80,000-$95,000 commensurate with education and experience on the faculty salary scale.

Position begins June 1, 2026 and is a 12-month position. There is potential to begin earlier than June.

Grace Church School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that equity and inclusion are not only hallmarks of a just society, but also virtues essential to sound learning. Our commitment to our mission calls on all faculty members to promote a culture of dignity and belonging for everyone at Grace. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds and from individuals of all races, nationalities, identities, and religious and non-religious traditions, and beliefs.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter through our school website.