LEDA College Guidance Counselor

Core responsibilities:

• Advise Scholars and families through all stages of the college process — from building balanced lists to enrolling in college
• Plan and facilitate bi-weekly LEDA College Guidance classes during the LEDA Summer Institute
• Write compelling, individualized recommendation letters and track application, financial aid, and scholarship data in Salesforce
• Communicate and coordinate with parents/guardians, high school counselors, and college admissions officers

This role creates positive change by providing expert college advising to high-achieving students from under-resourced backgrounds, helping them access selective college opportunities and develop into the next generation of diverse leaders.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Professional experience providing college advising to FLI (first-generation and/or low-income) students
• Demonstrated professional knowledge of the college application process, financial aid, and college scholarship opportunities
• Familiarity with admission requirements of selective colleges and experience developing/facilitating student workshops
• Willingness to reside at the Summer Institute full-time and maintain a flexible work schedule throughout the year
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong organizational abilities

Compensation and benefits:

• Salary range: $60,000–$65,000 per year
• Medical and dental insurance with premiums fully covered
• Vision insurance
• Generous Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• 401(k) with employer contributions after 1 year
• Three weeks of paid vacation plus additional comp time after Summer Institute
• Room, board, and travel provided during Summer Institute

LEDA is a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing opportunities for exceptional students from under-resourced backgrounds by developing the next generation of leaders through support, education, and resources needed to excel in higher education and beyond.