University Counsellor

University Counsellor (Grades 9 - 12)

Permanent - Full Time (60% Counselling and 40% Teaching)

Commencing August 31, 2026

For more than 155 years, The Bishop Strachan School has empowered talented girls to grow into fearless women, equipped with intellectual curiosity, adaptability, and compassion to navigate the world. We inspire our students to discover their purpose, build confidence, and express themselves with a strong, independent voice. As an inclusive, non-profit institution, we are dedicated to educating students from Junior Kindergarten through Grade 12. We are now also almost two years into our strategic plan. Launched in January 2023, we set out to educate more female leaders and we have made a great deal of progress since that launch. Check out what we have achieved by going here. Join BSS and be a part of inspiring girls to be fearless and educating them to be leaders.

What You’ll Do:

Academic Counselling 60% = time equivalent to 3 sections

• Expertly advises, supports, coaches, and empowers students on the best course pathways to reach their post-secondary goals.
• Builds meaningful relationships with students and their families based on knowing students’ attributes and strengths and assisting them in realising their academic objectives.
• Refers students to other resources across the school and externally where needed.
• In collaboration with the University Counsellors, fosters a strong, contemporary post-secondary counselling program that develops students’ decision-making skills and fosters independence
• Communicates an understanding of university application procedures, and testing requirements to students, their families and the School and can help prepare students to meet those demands.
• Understands current trends and university entrance expectations and actively keeps on top of changing requirements.
• Familiar with or committed to learning about the most current online technology for application processes through OUAC, UCAS, and Naviance.

Teaching 40% = 2 sections

• The teaching preference is for someone to teach two Grade 10 Civics and Careers courses however other teachables will be considered.

Administrative

• Monitors and reviews student achievement during the reporting cycle.
• Understands and keeps on top of the purpose and function of the Credit Counselling Summary, OSSD transcript and OSR ministry regulations.
• Resolves course conflicts and manages timetable changes.
• Management of students involved in ACT/SAT preparation.

Who You Are:

• Ontario Teaching Certificate and Guidance Specialist preferred
• Equivalent university or independent school admissions experience
• Solid understanding of and extensive experience working with Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) Ontario Student Records (OSR) and Ontario Student Transcript (OST) requirements.
• Understanding of Growing Success and current practices of assessment and evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, multi-task, adapt to change and work under pressure.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the proven ability to develop relationships and a caring rapport with students and their families and teachers.
• Expertise in developing and facilitating student and parent workshops.
• Has the ability to understand and interpret data that can be applied to professional and school goals
• Commitment to participate as a collaborative member in all aspects of the department, school and in school life.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
• A growth mindset of continuous improvement and learning

Why Work at BSS?

At BSS, we value and recognize the following core competencies in our employees; trust and integrity, collaboration, flexibility and adaptability, initiative, community focused and strong communication skills. Our employees are lifelong learners and apply these core competencies in all aspects of the school environment.

Annual compensation is based on our Faculty Grid, which factors in qualifications and up to 12 years of teaching experience. Rates are set to increase for the 2026–2027 academic year.

• Entry to 6 Years: $69,000 – $98,000
• Over 6 Years: $99,000 – $134,000

Additionally, BSS offers a competitive total compensation package that includes:

• Extensive health and dental benefits package
• BSS is a full participant in the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan
• Lunch provided everyday!
• Use of on-site fitness center
• Professional Learning opportunities
• And a chance to be part of a great community!

BSS Values Diversity:

BSS is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and respectful environment. We believe that diversity in our school fosters a rich, inclusive and creative environment. We are actively engaged in building a more diverse school and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should visit our website and click Apply Now.

We are committed to providing an accessible experience and an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, beginning with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to be accommodated to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please contact the HR Admin at 416-483-4325, ext. 1920 or by email at hradmin@bss.on.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Please note, this is an existing vacancy at the school. We thank all candidates for their applications; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.