Career Counselor (UAE National)

International Community Schools Full time

Career Counselor (UAE National)

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posted on 11/18/2025

Welcome to International Community Schools Abu Dhabi! At ICs, our unwavering commitment is to provide a stimulating and intellectually challenging environment that empowers our students to become innovative thinkers, creative problem solvers, and inspired learners, fully prepared to thrive in the 21st Century. Renowned for our outstanding, holistic education and the development of future leaders, we have earned an enviable reputation in the region for delivering high quality private education to students from FS/KG to Year 13/Grade 12. We offer a diverse range of curriculum, including both the British and American programs, as well as the International Baccalaureate (IB), Advance Placement (AP), and Ministry of Education (MOE) programs, exceeding minimum expectations and covering a wide array of subjects.

Job Description

Academic Year:

Location: Shakhbout City, Abu Dhabi

Start Date: Aug 2026/27

Employment Type: Full Time

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and student focused Career Counselor to join our team for the 2026/27 academic year. The ideal candidate will guide students in identifying their strengths, interests, and career pathways while supporting them in planning their future academic and professional journeys.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students regarding career choices, university pathways, and vocational options.
• Organize career events, university fairs, workshops, and guest speaker sessions.
• Assist students with university applications, personal statements, and scholarship opportunities.
• Conduct assessments to help students explore career interests and strengths.
• Maintain updated knowledge of local and international universities, admission requirements, and labor market trends.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and school leadership to support students' career development.
• Maintain confidential student records and provide progress reports as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, School & Educational Counseling, Addiction & Substance Abuse Counselling, Career Counselling, or Psychological Counselling. Master's preferred.
• Relevant experience in career counseling, academic advising, or student guidance.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of global university systems and career pathways.
• Ability to inspire, motivate, and support students.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.