Join the most exciting school in Europe!
Yes, we are Europe’s largest innovation hub, but we are also so much more: an IB School, a Boarding School (BSA member), and a College. H-FARM International School provides students and staff with a unique environment that celebrates growth, creativity, and community.
Our distinctive approach, rooted in the Six Dimensions of Success, enables students to achieve academic excellence, develop emotional resilience, build meaningful social connections, engage actively with their communities, master languages, and adopt a future-ready mindset. This framework defines who we are and sets us apart.
- Learning Success – Real-world, engaging learning that sparks creativity, sharpens problem-solving, and drives academic excellence.
- Emotional Success – A supportive environment where students build resilience, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence.
- Social Success – Meaningful relationships that foster collaboration, empathy, and a global sense of connection.
- Community Success – Inspiring changemakers committed to inclusivity, service, and shared responsibility.
- Language Success – Multilingual fluency that opens doors across cultures and opportunities.
- Future-Ready Success – Equipping students with technological, entrepreneurial, and forward-thinking skills to lead confidently in a fast-changing world.
If you are an educator who shares our vision for innovation, inclusivity, and preparing students to succeed beyond the classroom, we want to hear from you.
A space for growth and inspiration
At H-FARM, our innovative approach to learning and world-class campus facilities near Venice and Treviso offer a vibrant atmosphere for educators and students alike. Here, teaching is about inspiring hope for the future and challenging students to surpass their previous best while building the skills they need to thrive in today’s world.
H-FARM blends academic excellence with an innovative educational approach, equipping students with the skills needed to thrive in STEM fields and beyond.
Who we are looking for
We are currently looking for an exceptional Career Guidance Counselor starting from August 2025, who will support our high school students.
Requirements
- Fluent English: reading, speaking, writing (Common European Framework of Reference - CEFR level C1-C2).
- EU Passport or valid Italian working visa;
- Strong communication skills and self-awareness;
- Relevant Special Education BA or Master’s Degree.
Main tasks
- Use aptitude and achievement assessments to help students evaluate their interests, skills, and abilities;
- Provide College information to students;
- Motivate students whose grades need to improve in order to meet College admissions requirements;
- Keep in touch with College admissions counselors to discuss admissions requirements;
- Guide students in determining their interests and abilities using a wide range of methods, such as aptitude assessments, interviews and planning materials;
- Work with students to overcome issues that could undermine their academic or career success;
- Evaluate students’ background, education, and training, to help them develop realistic goals;
- Guide students through making decisions about their careers, such as choosing a new profession and the type of degree to pursue;
- Help students to select and apply for educational programs, to obtain the necessary degrees, credentials, and skills;
- Working with academic departments to provide career management skills sessions;
- Providing help and advice in a range of ways, including face-to-face meetings such as guidance interviews, social media and direct personal contact by email, phone and Skype;
- Running workshops and events, which may include external speakers such as representatives of employers or professional organisations.
Personal qualities, desired attitudes and abilities
- Familiar with platforms such as Unifrog, MyEdu, U-Explore, or Naviance;
- Problem Solver;
- Perseverance and motivation;
- Ability to work under pressure;
- Excellent communication and listening skills
- Empathy;
- Advocacy;
- Cultural Sensitivity;
- Critical thinking;
- Ability to work in a team;
- Adaptability;
- Patience;
- Strong project management skills.
Advantageous but not required
- A good knowledge of Italian (B2 or above);
- Experience in an international school.
Contract details
- Fixed-term, with the possibility for extension.
- Competitive salary.
Why H-FARM International School?
- Be part of an innovative and dynamic learning community that values academic excellence and professional growth.
- Join a forward-thinking school that values innovation, joy, and professional growth.
- Work in a stunning, nature-inspired campus designed to inspire creativity and collaboration.
How to apply
Please send your application, including:
- An introduction letter explaining why you are interested in this role (in English).
- Your current CV (in English).
- Contact details of three recent and relevant referees (e.g., Line Manager, School Principal).
- Any evidence of outstanding student outcomes and academic success.
Package includes
- IB professional development;
- Relocation support;
- Host country medical insurance and school welfare (additional medical insurance) provided;
- Beautiful, supportive working environment;
- MacBook Air;
- Organic food canteen.
Incomplete applications will not be considered