Academic Counselor - American International School (February 2025 start date)
Job Description: Academic Counselor
Byron Recruitment is currently seeking experienced High School counselors to join our team in Kuwait working with an American Curriculum. Immediate Start Date.
Responsibilities:
Main responsibilities are analyzing the career aspirations, personal interests & skills of high school students (10, 11 & 12) and advise suitable career options for them.
Guide and assist students in securing admissions in Universities (USA, UK, Canada, Australia etc).
Requirements:
At least 3-5 years of experience
Knowledge of the American curriculum and assessment framework
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, and other stakeholders
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to adapt to a new culture and work in a multicultural environment
Native English Speakers with American nationality
If you are passionate about working with young children and are looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Benefits:
Monthly Basic Salary
As per Company Policy, based in years of experience. Monthly Take Home Salary Around KWD 1000. Negotiable for deserving candidates.
Accommodation
Free Fully Furnished Single Accommodation (water, electricity, security, basic cleaning & maintenance) OR Housing Allowance in Cash (KWD 150 Per Month). The building has a swimming pool and a gymnasium. As per the company policy, for Teachers coming with family, a 2 Bedroom Apartment, can be assigned with a payment of KWD 90 Per Month.
Transportation
Two way free transport from school & company accommodation, for the first three months. After, a nominal fee of KWD 20 per month is applicable.
Air Ticket
From home country, air ticket at the start of the contract, yearly and also return air ticket at the end of contract to home country, for Employee.
Medical Insurance
Government Medical Insurance for first two years. Private Medical Insurance from third year onward.
School Fees Discount
100% Fees Discount for first two children (Subject to prior management approval).
Working Days
Approximately 177 days in one Academic Year.
School Working Hours
07.10 AM through 02.40 PM from Sunday through Thursday. Fridays & Saturdays are weekly holidays.
Other
Visa Expenses (in Home Country)
Reimbursement up to a maximum of KWD 100 upon submission of payment receipts.
Contract Duration
Two years, could be further renewed upon mutual consent.