Counselor Position

The position of Irish Way Counselor is responsible for supporting the Irish Way program Director, Irish Way Coordinator, and teaching staff.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

Graduated from college by the summer the candidate wishes to be a counselor,
Irish Way alumnus, or has spent extensive time in Ireland,
Academic course work in Irish Studies,
Continuing involvement in Irish culture in the US,
Relevant experience with teenagers,
Expertise in an area that would compliment the Irish Way program. Expertise areas could include but are not limited to creative writing, sports/outdoor activities, Irish dancing, art/architecture, and drama,
Successful track record in recruiting for the Irish Way program - please contact the Irish Way team to find out how to begin your recruiting campaign.
Specific job responsibilities include:
Accompanying students on transatlantic travel, both to and from Ireland,
Living in dorms with students and interacting with them on a daily basis,
Enforcing conduct rules,
Taking class attendance, working in the office, and assisting staff,
Organizing and/or supervising extracurricular activities,
Accompanying students on field trips and tours.

Benefits of the position include airfare to and from Ireland from the New York area, room and board while on campus and during tours.

To apply, please send a resume, cover letter, and three letters of reference to the attention of Irish Way, at 1 Lackawanna Place Morristown, NJ 07960. One reference letter should be from a previous/current employer.  Hiring decisions will be made by the end of April.
 

If you have any questions regarding the Irish Way or the counselor application process, please do not hesitate to call the Irish Way team at (973) 605-1991 or via email.