University Counsellor & AP Coordinator

Position : University Counsellor & AP Coordinator

Start Date : August 16 2026

Urban Academy staff students and families are connected through learning inspired by community and empowered to contribute as we work toward our vision of truly educating for tomorrow. We value creativity collaboration global citizenship technology the outdoors and the arts as means through which we can offer excellence in education. A gender-inclusive JK12 independent school we are located in a beautiful facility in New Westminster across the street from Braid Street Skytrain Station.

At Urban Academy we seek faculty and staff who are aligned with our values of belonging future-focused education changemaking and entrepreneurial spirit. Urban Academy is distinguished by extraordinary teachers who provide a collaborative inquiry-based and student-centred approach to teaching. Through the Urban Academy educational program students develop critical thinking creative thinking and problem-solving skills in a technology-rich learning environment.

Urban Academy teachers inspire students. They are actively engaged in planning implementing and assessing student learning. They are confident in curriculum development and demonstrate an approach to teaching that is reflective of the way in which young people learn. They optimize the resources available to students. They support all learners with diverse strategies and approaches and bring innovative solutions to learning challenges experienced by students.

The students members of your department colleagues and parents describe our teachers as approachable available knowledgeable genuine supportive and connected to our community. Urban Academy teachers understand the importance of parents as partners by maintaining open and collaborative relationships with the parent community.

As lifelong learners Urban Academy teachers demonstrate a commitment to actively seek professional development to continuously reflect on their practice and to collaborate with colleagues to maximize student learning. Urban Academy teachers participate actively in the life of the school.

In addition to spending an engaging day with students who are genuinely interested in learning thinking and playing teachers are provided with dedicated work time as part of their daily schedule to plan and work collaboratively with others.

If this description of our teachers sounds like you Urban Academy is currently inviting dedicated team-oriented teachers to apply for our University Counsellor & AP Coordinator role.

Responsibilities of every Urban Academy teacher :

Planning implementation and assessment : Bring a student-centred inquiry-based and collaborative approach to the delivery of the BC curriculum utilizing competency-based assessment and instruction as well as strong formative and summative assessment strategies.

Collaboration : Work collaboratively with teachers to plan develop and implement an extraordinary learning experience for each student

Pluralism : Demonstrate commitment to culturally sustaining teaching practices : infuse diverse voices and perspectives in the planning and delivery of learning experiences including Indigenous local and global world views. Knowledge of differentiated learning approaches and current practices in Inclusive Education.

SEL : Build relationships with teachers and staff across the school community

Student Life : Be an active and positive participant in the co-curricular program.

Communication : Communicate consistently and professionally with students parents faculty and other stakeholders about student needs and growth.

Continuous Growth : Practice professionalism through ongoing professional development reflection and continuous improvement.

As a University Counsellor & AP Coordinator your key responsibilities include :

Academic Advising :

Assist students applying to universities in Canada and beyond including the USA UK and elsewhere

Meet with students during structured and ad hoc appointment times to develop and execute plans to complete university applications.

Counsel students to plan structure and program Urban Academy courses with university studies plans in mind.

Assist students in submitting applications including reviewing completed applications and all supplementary material such as essays and written responses.

Communicate with parents both informally and through formal reporting means regarding a students course programming and / or university plans.

Liaise with university admissions staff to discuss matters of admission and applications

Facilitate and supervise university visits and presentations for students

Draft letters of recommendation and other documentation required for applications and collate other recommendations required from faculty and staff

Maintain thorough electronic records of direct student interaction and work done on their behalf in connection with their applications to post-secondary institutions

Keep current with trends in university admissions. Attend university / professional development conferences

Post-Secondary Transition Support : Act as a liaison for students and families navigating life after high school providing guidance on university applications scholarship opportunities vocational training and the development of essential financial literacy skills.

AP Coordinator

Exam Management & Ordering : Oversee the AP Registration and Ordering (APRO) system ensuring all students are enrolled in their respective class sections and that exam orders are placed accurately before College Board deadlines.

Logistics & Scheduling : Develop and execute the May exam calendar securing appropriate testing spaces within the school and arranging for qualified proctors while ensuring no conflicts with BC Provincial Assessments.

Communication & Liaison : Serve as the primary point of contact between the College Board school administration teachers and families regarding exam fees deadlines and digital testing requirements.

Accommodations Coordination : Collaborate with the Learning Support Department to ensure that approved SSD (Services for Students with Disabilities) accommodations are properly implemented for all eligible students during the testing window.

Security & Compliance : Maintain the integrity of the AP program by strictly adhering to the AP Coordinators Manual including the secure storage of paper materials and the oversight of digital testing protocols.

Career Education

Deliver the Career Life Education 10 (CLE 10) and Career Life Connections 12 (CLC 12) curricula using a hybrid model combining in-person seminars and workshops with asynchronous online modules through the schools Learning Management System (LMS).

Capstone Project Oversight : Lead the Grade 12 Capstone process including approving student proposals managing a network of teacher-mentors and organizing the final Capstone Showcase where students present their learning to the community.

Career Exploration & Community Engagement : in collaboration with Grade level advisors coordinate experiential learning opportunities such as guest speaker series job shadowing and local work experience placements to help students connect classroom theory with real-world professional environments.

Qualifications and requirements :

Essential : BC Ministry of Education Certificate or Independent School Certification qualification criteria. Please indicate your TRB # on your application (L or J followed by 6 digits).

A comprehensive understanding of current educational practices outlined in the BC Ministry of Education document.

Excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.

Superior EQ skills in self-awareness self-management social agility impact and influence.

Strong knowledge of educational IT applications and assistive technologies.

Preferred qualifications experiences and dispositions :

Experience and expertise in counselling students in making applications for acceptance to post-secondary institutions

Self-motivated and detail-oriented adaptable to changing priorities and procedures

Excellent teamwork analytical thinking planning organization and problem-solving skills

High level of energy and patience

Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines; maintains a calm analytical mindset.

Experience with online platforms such as MyBlueprint and Google Classroom is an asset.

Please visit our website ( ) to learn more about UAs wonderful school life and see if this is the type of environment that you feel you could thrive in and contribute to. At Urban Academy we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring a barrier-free work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers from BIPOC (black Indigenous and people of colour) persons with disabilities and 2SLGBTQ (persons of all sexual orientations and genders). If you are an applicant with a disability we will work with you to make reasonable workplace accommodations you may need for your best work performance.

Urban Academy provides :

Competitive Compensation at a salary range of $67800 - $116500 inclusive of vacation pay and commensurate with years of teaching experience

Open and collaborative culture

Comprehensive benefits package

Matching RRSP program

Personalized professional development plans

Newly built inspiring campus setting

Innovative and progressive approach to teaching

Low student / teacher ratios

Urban Academy offers a comprehensive total compensation package including health benefits and RRSP program.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest but only those candidates who are short-listed will be contacted. No phone calls or drop-ins please.

Please email your cover letter and resumé to

Required Experience :

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Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 67800 - 116500