Academic Counselor Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the academic counselor position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for direction for campus academic and career advising policies and procedures, in collaboration with the colleges and schools, the registrar, and enrollment management.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Design program, including course, service activities and mentoring services
• Oversee the SSS/TRIO Service Learning course and match peer mentors to course sections
• Work with the Center for Service and Learning to work through course details and community service placement arrangements
• Proven track record of managing a successful registered student organization
• A valid Massachusetts Guidance Counselor License
• Demonstrated accuracy and orderly work habits in dealing with large volumes of paperwork and detail
• Proficiency in using personal computer for word processing, data entry, E-mail, spreadsheets, electronic calendar, internet searches, and website maintenance
• Experience working with students or clients through advising, counseling, or coaching

I am excited to be applying for the position of academic counselor. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for kTC with feedback regarding academic rigor, school culture, and counseling services of the various colleges alumni attend.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Duties require extended periods of sitting, talking and listening
• Background in education, psychology, and/or counseling
• High level of technological literacy
• Valid Colorado School Counselor License preferred
• Understanding of policies and procedures governing academic probation, disqualification, academic renewal, and reinstatement
• General knowledge of university policy and procedures regarding academic concerns
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse student populations within higher education
• Direct experience working with multiple constituencies, including underrepresented, first generation, underserved populations and students of color

I would like to submit my application for the academic counselor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for advising to undergraduate students pursuing or considering undergraduate majors, minors or certificates in the Fairbanks School of Public Health.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of evidence-based techniques, theories, and trends in personal and educational counseling
• Knowledge of various pedagogical methods, including lecture, group activities, and discussion
• Understand FERPA rules and maintain confidentiality related to student information
• Superior detail, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Experience planning support programs for at-risk students
• Experience working with various software applications
• Experience working with graduate and/or professional students
• Experience working with under-prepared or at-risk students from diverse cultures and life experiences

In response to your job posting for academic counselor, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for one-on-one developmental advising for a caseload of about 350 EOP undergraduate undeclared student; provide one comprehensive diagnosis and needs assessment necessary to determine the academic, personal, financial, career, and cultural needs of project participants; participation in planning, development, and implementation of programming and activities for students; providing personalized advising and counseling for EOP students in areas of academics, career, financial aid, financial management, personal issues, and graduate/professional school; provide regular, high volume drop-in advising hours; Perform outreach and strengths-based advising to students on their advising caseload who are on warming, probation, or who are not meeting continuation requirements.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Knowledge of and understanding of compliance issues relative to students with disabilities
• Able to work both independently and as a part of a team
• Proficient and comfortable with new technologies and modes of service delivery
• Familiarity with higher education, orientation and working with non-traditional students
• Familiarity with technology and online education
• Experience working in a fast-paced and customer service rich environment
• Experience in an educational and/or advisement environment
• Background related to careers associated with the programs within the assigned academic division

Please consider me for the academic counselor opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for one-on-one advising to undergraduates on wide variety of topics including majors and minors, dual majors, studying abroad, degree process, fulfilling requirements, etc.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Know and be familiar with Microsoft office including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Be comfortable doing research online and elsewhere
• Actively listen and respond to students and their needs (when possible)
• Work collaboratively and take direction, but be able to take initiative and work independently when needed
• Implement the advising component while keeping a keen eye on Metro¿s larger vision and mission
• Selection or change of major
• Graduation requirements
• Academic preparation and supporting students in college-level Math and English