IBDP School Counselor

An IBDP counselor provides academic and university guidance to students in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. They support course selection, manage university applications (especially for international systems like the UK, Australia, Canada, and the U.S.), and advise on key IB components such as CAS, the Extended Essay, and Theory of Knowledge. IBDP counselors also help students navigate the program’s rigor, offering strategies for time management, stress reduction, and academic & career planning, SEL lessons, and counseling.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Academic advising specific to IB course selection and requirements

• University and college admissions counseling, especially for international universities (UK, Canada, Australia, U.S., etc.)

• Guidance with CAS (Creativity, Activity, Service), EE (Extended Essay), and ToK (Theory of Knowledge)

• Supporting students in managing IBDP workload, stress, and time management

• Writing school reports and teacher/counselor recommendations tailored to global university applications
  
  

Need Expertise: Deep understanding of the IBDP curriculum, international university systems, and how IB grades translate to admissions requirements

UCAS & University of California Application Process Information

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