Guiding students to plan their post-secondary pathways.
Stephanie Jansen, Career Consultant
This is what I love to do:
Provide a supportive environment to explore post-secondary and career pathways in a way that connects with students and their families on a personal level.
Guide high school students to develop their graduation plan.
Coach young people in their career development.
Why Alaire Advising?
Discover your pathway
Post-secondary planning can cause confusion and panic for students and their families. There are so many choices - it can feel overwhelming! With years of experience, I have learned that young people need someone who will listen with understanding to instil hope for ALL their possibilities.
Let me help make a positive impact!
When to start planning?
Grade 10 and 11
A great time to start post-secondary planning with course selection, career and programme exploration. I offer guidance on extra-curricular activities related to arts and culture, athletics, sciences, service and leadership, work experience, and volunteer opportunities both in school and in the community that can complement your academic profile.
Grade 12
There is still time to explore your possibilities. Your grad year is very busy with events, applications, supplementals and scholarship deadlines that can start in September. Planning early affords you time to decide your best pathway that highlights your strengths and interests for your first launch upon graduation.
Discover all your possibilities
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College and University
What you do in grades 9, 10, and 11 can have a big impact on your applications written early in your grade 12 year. Many post-secondary institutions are taking a more holistic approach to their application progress that can include your grades (9-12) and written responses about your learnings from meaningful experiences.
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Trades and Apprentice
You could be working in a trade of interest, earning money, learning from certified experts and still graduate on time! The Industry Training Authority (ITA) Youth Programs allow you to explore a trade while completing your high school diploma.
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GAP Year
This can be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you so, it is important to plan for a purposeful year . Determine if a GAP year is right for you to study, work and explore abroad.
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Early Career Decisions
Your resume, cover letter and interview skills may need revitalizing to get you a job. For high school students seeking part-time work experience and graduates hoping to secure full-time employment I can help make it happen.
Testimonials
“I wouldn’t be here without you.”
— Drake N. Marine Service Technician
“From start to finish, you’ve been so helpful in this process.”
— Anikha K. UBC Sauder School of Business
“You’ve been my biggest source of support, guidance and comfort.”
— Lucy R. $30,000 Bell Scholarship Recipient
“You see the best in others.”
— Amy P. GAP Year Australia