Key Responsibilities
• Provide one-to-one and group guidance to students on university selection, applications, and admissions processes
• Support students in identifying academic and career pathways aligned with their interests, strengths, and long-term goals
• Advise students on Canadian university entry requirements, application timelines, and documentation
• Guide students through all stages of the university application process, including personal statements, essays, references, and interviews where applicable
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate counseling records and application data
• Work closely with school staff, students, and families to ensure clear communication and coordinated support
• Deliver workshops and presentations on university planning, application strategies, and higher education options
• Stay informed about developments in university admissions trends, especially within Canada
• Build and maintain professional knowledge through ongoing learning and continuing professional development
• Contribute to a positive, student-focused counseling environment that promotes aspiration and achievement
Nice to Have
• Experience working in a school or international education setting
• Familiarity with a broad range of international university systems in addition to Canada
• Experience delivering guidance workshops, seminars, or parent information sessions
What Success Looks Like
• Students receive accurate, timely, and personalized university guidance
• Applications are completed to a high standard and submitted within key deadlines
• Students and families feel informed and supported throughout the decision-making process
• Strong university placement outcomes are achieved through high-quality counseling and advising
Benefits
• Competitive benefits package
• Accommodation provided
• Annual flights
• Healthcare
Working Environment
This role offers the opportunity to work in a professional and collaborative setting where student success is the central focus. The University Guidance Counselor will contribute to a culture of care, high standards, and continuous improvement while helping students take confident next steps toward higher education.
Required Qualifications and Experience
• Minimum 2 years of full-time experience as a career university guidance counselor
• Degree in Education
• Completion of a minimum of 25 hours of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Strong knowledge of Canadian university admissions requirements
• Experience supporting students with university applications and post-secondary planning
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to build trust with students, families, and colleagues
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple student cases effectively
Is this role a fit for you?
Upload any CV — a short AI chat builds your profile, scores how well you fit roles like this across the Gulf, and tailors an ATS-ready CV to each. Free to start. No job promises — you always apply yourself.
Aldar Academies · Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Listing aggregated from naukrigulf. Built for the Gulf. No job or interview promises — we make your search faster and your CV stronger.
UnfairJobs is an AI career assistant. Job listings here are a free index of public postings — we never charge employers or sell listings, and you always apply yourself, on the original posting.