College Counselor (Thai Universities) - BASIS International School Bangkok

o Serve as the primary expert and consultant on the Thai University Central Admission System (TCAS), including Portfolio, Quota, Admission, and Direct Admission rounds.

o Provide up-to-date insights on career trends and emerging academic programs within the Thai higher education landscape.

o Conduct in-depth research and deliver high-impact presentations on Thai University Pathways (e.g., International Programs vs. Regular Programs).

o Proactively cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships with top-tier Thai universities (e.g., CU, TU, MU, KU) to stay informed about evolving selection criteria and "hidden" application nuances.

o Act as the key liaison between the school and university admissions officers, facilitating campus visits and recruitment fairs.

o Provide personalized, one-on-one counseling to students and parents to align academic goals with Thai university requirements.

o Facilitate workshops and information sessions to educate the community on standardized testing (TGAT/TPAT, A-Level) and internal university assessments.

o Guide students in building competitive portfolios that meet the specific rubrics of Thai international and medical programs.

o Partner with the Senior College Admissions Counselor (SCAC) to integrate Thai and International counseling strategies, ensuring a holistic "Best Fit" approach for every student.

o Co-develop innovative counseling programs and co-lead family information evenings.

o Support the admissions team by serving as the Senior Research Project (SRP) coordinator, ensuring students' research topics align with their future Thai university majors.

o Systematically gather data from students and parents regarding their college aspirations and concerns.

o regarding university placement success and counseling department milestones.

o Maintain availability for scheduled consultations via multiple channels (In-person, Online, and Telephone) to ensure high accessibility for the school community.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Counseling Psychology, School Counseling, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in college counseling, career guidance, or university admissions, preferably within an International School or Bilingual environment.

• System Expertise: Expert knowledge of the Thai University Central Admission System (TCAS) across all rounds (Portfolio, Quota, Admission, and Direct Admission).

• Curriculum & Equivalence: Strong understanding of how international curricula and standardized tests translate into Thai university requirements.

• Academic Pathways: In-depth knowledge of Thai International Programs (e.g., Chulalongkorn’s ISE/BALAC/JEP, Thammasat’s BBA/BE/TEP-TEPE, MUIC, etc.)

• Bilingual Proficiency: Exceptional command of both Thai and English (written and verbal) to effectively communicate with international faculty, Thai parents, and university admissions officers.

• Presentation Skills: Proven ability to design and deliver engaging presentations and workshops for large groups of parents and students.

• Active Listening & Empathy: Ability to provide supportive, student-centered counseling to help students manage the stress of the application process.

• Strategic Thinking: Capability to analyze admission data and trends to provide "best-fit" recommendations for each student’s unique profile.

• Organizational Excellence: High level of attention to detail regarding application deadlines, documentation, and record-keeping.

• Professional Integrity: Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding student records and family consultations.

• Established network and strong relationships with admissions officers at top-tier Thai public and private universities.

• Certification in Career Development or College Counseling.

• Experience in coaching students for Portfolio development.

BASIS Curriculum Schools is the gold-standard American Pre-K to 12th grade educational network. There are 31 BASIS Curriculum Schools across the United States and China, including private schools in Silicon Valley, New York City, Northern Virginia and Shenzhen. BASIS Curriculum Schools are ranked amongst the top ten schools in the United States by US News, and our schools outperform the schools in Shanghai China and in Singapore, the world’s top-performing regions on OECD PISA (Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development Program for International Student Assessment).