College Admissions Consultant

cardinaleducation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance reimbursement

Two weeks paid leave

Performance-based bonuses

Commuter benefits

Paid team lunches

Company events

Job summary

Cardinal Education in San Francisco is seeking a College Admissions Consultant to guide students through every stage of the college applications journey. You’ll mentor families, help craft standout profiles, brainstorm and edit essays, and coordinate with schools to submit compelling applications.

You will collaborate with a passionate team, support students in reducing stress, and help them align their strengths with top-choice universities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a top-tier university is required.
• Humanities background strongly preferred.
• Experience in college admissions consulting with students and families is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one academic mentorship in various subjects and exam prep.
• Guide students through profile development, essay brainstorming and editing, and application submissions.
• Maintain clear communication with families about assignments, meetings and progress.

Skills

Writing ability

Editing skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Sociability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Humanities background

Job description

Job Overview

As a College Admissions Consultant at Cardinal Education, you’ll play a key role in one of the most important chapters of a student’s life—the college admissions journey. You’ll work closely with students and families, providing expert guidance through every stage of the process: from building standout profiles and developing compelling essays to choosing the right schools and submitting applications with confidence.

In this role, you’ll become a trusted mentor, helping students discover their strengths, reduce stress, and reach their academic goals. You’ll collaborate with a passionate, driven team and gain hands‑on experience that makes an immediate impact. If you’re excited by the idea of shaping futures and navigating the path to a student’s top‑choice universities, you’ll thrive here.

Responsibilities

• Academic Coaching and Mentorship: Provide one‑on‑one academic mentorship in various academic subjects and/or standardized exams, guiding students to discover their strengths, reduce stress, and overcome academic challenges. Complete comprehensive training programs to effectively identify and address students’ individual strengths and weaknesses.
• College Admissions Counseling: Collaborate with students through all stages of the application process, offering guidance on profile development, essay brainstorming and editing, application submission, test‑score strategy, and deferral letters. Work closely with the CEO and Managing Consultant to develop and implement individualized student action plans.
• Communication with families and students: Maintain regular communication with parents and students on assignments, meetings, and progress on their college applications. Able to address challenges effectively and encourage students to put their best foot forward in their applications.

Qualifications

• Eligibility
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and commit to the role for a minimum of one full school year.
  • Experience in successful group work and completing complex projects.
• Experience
  • 3‑5 years of experience in college admissions consulting and working directly with students and families.
  • Proven success in managing, developing, and/or completing complex projects with strict deadlines.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams.
• Education
  • A Bachelor’s degree from a top‑tier, nationally accredited university is required.
  • An academic background in the humanities is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge and Skills
  • A high level of energy and sociability.
  • Exceptional writing ability.
  • Strong editing skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of people, including executives, students, parents and other coaches.
  • Ability to work under pressure and independently in a fast‑paced work environment with multiple deadlines.
  • Deep understanding of the college admissions process and what it takes for students to gain admission into the world’s leading universities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and G Suite and familiarity with social networking platforms.
  • Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Publisher, and marketing materials is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• We offer a highly competitive starting salary ranging from $70,000 to $100,000, depending on experience. We are dedicated to attracting top talent and are committed to rewarding exceptional performance with substantial opportunities for compensation growth.
• Sign‑on bonus
• Medical insurance reimbursement
• Two weeks of paid leave, including sick leave
• Performance‑based bonuses
• Commuter benefits
• Paid team lunches
• Regular company and team‑building events.