University / Careers Counsellor

Permanent, Full-Time
Starting date: August 16, 2026

Mulgrave School is one of Canada’s leading independent, co-educational Pre-K–12 day schools, located on the beautiful North Shore of Vancouver. As an established IB Continuum World School, we are known for educational excellence, innovation, and a deep commitment to student well-being.

We are seeking an exceptional University and Careers Counsellor to join our Upper School team. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced counsellor passionate about guiding students toward ambitious post-secondary pathways, with the potential for future leadership opportunities within the University Counselling Team.

Why Mulgrave?

At Mulgrave, you will join a team of dedicated professionals who value innovation, shared expertise, and continuous improvement. Students are known, challenged, and supported. Our graduates attend top universities across Canada, the United States, the UK, Europe, Asia, and Australia. Our counselling programme reflects this global outlook: thoughtful, personalised, and proactive.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will:

• Deliver a comprehensive, student-centred university and careers guidance programme across the Upper School
• Support students and families through all stages of post-secondary planning and applications
• Collaborate closely with fellow counsellors, teachers, and school leadership
• Engage in programme refinement, innovation, and strategic planning
• Build strong partnerships with families and universities worldwide
• Contribute to a vibrant school culture that values curiosity, balance, service, and leadership
  

Who We’re Looking For

You are an experienced, relational, and highly organised University and Careers Counsellor with a strong understanding of the IB Diploma Programme and global higher education pathways. You thrive in collaborative environments, communicate with confidence and are motivated by both student impact and professional growth.

Join our Community

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We warmly welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, Black communities, racialised persons, persons with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, newcomers, and individuals from other equity-deserving groups.

Compensation & Benefits

We provide a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth. Our offerings for permanent employees include extended health coverage with dental and vision benefits, an annual 8% RRSP contribution (no matching required) and financial support for continuing education to foster your professional development. You’ll also have access to both short and long-term disability insurance, as well as mental wellness resources, including Employee Assistance Programs (EAP). Stay active and healthy with access to our fitness center, personal trainer, and group classes. We also encourage team building through numerous social events held throughout the year. Additionally, enjoy chair massages and other exclusive perks, along with paid leave for sick days, a personal day, and a volunteer day.

The 2026-27 faculty grid for this position is $75,461 to $116,035 based on years of experience and a Bachelor of Education. Faculty with a Master's will be paid at a higher range.  The final salary offer will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience in accordance with BC labour laws and company policies.

How to Apply: Resumes and cover letters should be submitted through Mulgrave Careers by May 31, 2026. Visit our website to learn more about Mulgrave and to view the full job description. There is no public transportation to the School. Applicants must provide their own transportation.  

This posting will remain open until the position is filled. We appreciate the interest of all applicants and encourage qualified applicants to apply as soon as possible, as applications will be reviewed as they arrive.  

We can’t wait to meet you!