College Admissions Coach (Remote, California Based).

Association of Test Preparation, Admissions, and Private Tutoring; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 117,000 - 131,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Reliable demand

Competitive pay

Job summary

Association of Test Preparation, Admissions, and Private Tutoring seeks experienced college admissions coaches to guide students in grades 9–12 through the entire planning and application process.

This remote CA-based role offers 4–10 hours per week with 60-minute sessions, competitive pay of $85–$95 per hour, and flexible scheduling for independent consultants.

Qualifications

• Earned Bachelor's degree and at least two years of admissions-related experience.
• Outgoing, empathetic personality with strong relationship-building skills.
• Proven, exceptional writing skills and independent work ability.
• Strong attention to detail and solid project management skills.
• Comfort with web-conferencing, document sharing, online lesson delivery, and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Meet with students and parents regularly to develop college admissions strategy.
• Develop a balanced college list based on goals and background.
• Provide college essay support and feedback.
• Plan application submission timelines for ED/EA/Reg/Decision.
• Curate activities resume and request letters of recommendation.
• Provide admissions interview coaching and campus visit planning.
• Track progress and update notes after each session.
• Review admissions offers with families and maintain open communication.

Skills

Relationship-building

Writing skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Project management

Web conferencing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Video conferencing

Job description

The Association of Test Preparation, Admissions, and Private Tutoring (TPAPT) is seeking experienced college admissions coaches to assist students in grades 9-12 with all aspects of the college planning and application process.

Position: College Admissions Coach

Classification: W2

Hours: 4-10 / week

Meeting duration: 60 minutes

Location: Remote, CA based

From the Chapter: We're looking for experienced former admissions officers, current IECs, or high school college counselors to work with families in need guidance on the college admissions journey.

Day-to-day activities might include the following:

• Monthly, bimonthly, or weekly meetings with students and parents to create and review college admissions strategy
• Develop a balanced college list based on students' goals, backgrounds, and interests
• Provide college essay support and feedback
• Plan application submission timeline and strategy (ED 1, ED 2, EA, Reg. Decision, etc.)
• Curate students' activities resume
• Plan for and request letters of recommendation
• Provide admissions interview coaching
• Plan for campus visits and tours
• Manage academic, standardized test, and extracurricular plans for students
• Coach students through independent projects
• Update meeting notes after each session
• Review and compare admissions offers with students and families
• Maintain open and regular lines of communication with students and parents to ensure that clients feel supported

Requirements

• Earned Bachelor's
• 4-10 hours/ week of availability
• At least two years of experience as one of the following:
• Associate Dean/ Director of Admissions from a US four year degree granting college or university
• College Prep Guidance Counselor
• Independent Educational Consultant (individuals only, no firms)
• An outgoing, empathetic personality along with strong relationship-building skills
• Proven, exceptional writing skills
• The ability to work independently
• Strong attention to detail and strong project management skills
• High degree of confidence with web-conferencing, document sharing, online lesson delivery, and scheduling software

Benefits

• $85-$95/hr commensurate
• Flexible schedule
• Reliable demand