--- title: College Counselor at Uncommon Schools in Brooklyn, NY description: Uncommon Schools is hiring for the College Counselor role in Brooklyn, NY. Pays $72K–$115K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/college-counselor-at-uncommon-schools-01a1d67f-66fe-7713-a185-eddf33f56e4e date: 2026-11-13T20:15:17Z og_description: Join Uncommon Schools as College Counselor in Brooklyn, NY. Pays $72K–$115K per year. Full-time role. Requires 2+ years of experience. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/pzc2qm.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Uncommon Schools](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/uncommon-schools?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Brooklyn, NY | | **Salary** | $72K/yr - $115K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 13, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Uncommon Schools sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 5 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Uncommon Schools. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $80,000 – $101,000 a year (median $94,000). ## Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our **students consistently exceed national benchmarks**, reflecting our dedication to their success. We **invest deeply in our educators**, offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference! **Responsibilities:** - You'll teach 11th and 12th grade college seminar courses in which you will guide students through the entire college application process. This includes (but is not limited to) exploring careers, identifying most appropriate post-secondary pathways, writing personal statements, building resumes, securing letters of recommendation, and applying for financial aid and scholarships. - You'll build a culture of college and career readiness amongst all students by creating inspirational and instructional signage, advising students in the course selection process, and helping plan and execute events such as Career Day, SAT School Day, Senior Signing Day, College Acceptance Forums, College Visits and Alumni Day. - You'll collaborate with parents and families to ensure a positive partnership by providing informational workshops and hosting individualized meetings. - You'll continually refine your expertise by participating in Uncommon PD and attending regional and national conferences. - You'll build relationships with college admissions offices and advocate relentlessly on behalf of your students to facilitate the admissions and financial aid process. - You’ll support the planning and execution of various college visits and information sessions for students of all grade levels. - Passionate commitment to the mission of Uncommon Schools. - Prior experience working with high school students and families and/or within the college admissions field, especially in an urban setting with BIPOC students. - Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and work independently. - Demonstrated flexibility, perseverance, maturity and ability to juggle competing priorities. - Ability to communicate well with others and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills with students, parents, colleagues and community members. - Skilled in using data to drive improvements in the college counseling process. - Strong digital literacy, including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Naviance, and PowerSchool. - Required Experience: * Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree preferred. * Minimum of two years experience in an urban district or charter school setting. **Our people are what make us Uncommon.** We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent. **Our Approach to AI and Your Application** At Uncommon Schools, we value thoughtful use of technology. Your responses should begin with your own thinking and reflect your authentic voice, experiences, and commitment to our mission. Generative AI can be used to refine or organize writing, but not to generate initial responses or replace your ideas. Every application is reviewed by a member of our Recruitment Team, and we are committed to understanding the person behind the application.   **Compensation** Compensation for this role is between $72,000 to $115,000. Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience, education certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $72,000. **Benefits:** - Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and ~10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer). - Extensive, best-in-class training and development - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA) - Financial Planning - 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match - Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.) - Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits **A detailed list of all SY 26-27 benefits is located [HERE](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JwuTr4QQieE4VaCIJxAus8ADDDecTDYG/view).* At Uncommon, we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students, staff, and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences, reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture. As an equal opportunity employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation, please email recruitment@uncommonschools.org. ## Skills - Financial Aid Administration - Digital Literacy - Admissions Coordination - Microsoft Excel - Planning - Interpersonal Skills - Initiative - Media and Information Literacy - Microsoft Word - Hosting - Pearson PowerSchool - Microsoft Office - Human Resources - Advising - Counseling - Flexibility - Writing ## Benefits - Professional Development - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Unpaid Leave - Paid Time Off (Pto) - Sick Leave - 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans - Other Retirement and Savings - Child/Elder Care - Tax-Advantaged Accounts ## Related - [More jobs at Uncommon Schools](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/uncommon-schools?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Social Services & Nonprofits jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Social Work & Counseling jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/social-work-and-counseling?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [School Counselor jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/social-work-and-counseling/school-counselor?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [New York](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 150424 jobs - [Primary and Secondary Education](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/primary-and-secondary-education?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 17370 jobs - [Brooklyn, NY](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york/brooklyn?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 5484 jobs - [Uncommon Schools](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/uncommon-schools?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 127 jobs ## Related pages - [New York](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 150424 jobs - [Primary and Secondary Education](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/education/primary-and-secondary-education?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 17370 jobs - [Brooklyn, NY](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-york/brooklyn?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 5484 jobs - [Uncommon Schools](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/uncommon-schools?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 127 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)