College Counseling & Academic Tutor (Hybrid)

AJ Tutoring; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AJ Tutoring in the Bay Area seeks a College Counseling Associate & Academic Tutor who will guide high school students through college research, essay brainstorming, and the admissions journey, while also tutoring in core subjects after school and on weekends.

You don't need prior college counseling experience; we value strong writing, communication, judgment, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students and families. Training and mentorship are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working directly with middle school, high school, or college-age students.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Teaching competency in at least one high school academic subject.
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple students, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Warmth and confidence communicating with both teenagers and parents.
• Intellectual curiosity and an interest in learning the college admissions landscape.
• Collaborative mindset and openness to feedback and professional development.
• Availability during after-school, evening, and some weekend hours.
• Prior college admissions experience is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, supportive relationships with high school students and their families.
• Help students explore their interests, goals, and potential college options.
• Guide students through college research and the development of a thoughtful, balanced college list.
• Coach students through brainstorming, drafting, and revising college essays.
• Help students organize and complete applications accurately and on time.
• Manage deadlines and keep students moving forward throughout a multi-step application process.
• Communicate regularly with parents about progress, priorities, and next steps.
• Collaborate with experienced AJ college counselors who provide guidance, feedback, and additional perspective on student applications.
• Tutor students one-on-one in at least one high school academic subject.
• Help students build confidence, independence, and stronger study habits.
• Develop long-term relationships with students and families.
• Work primarily during after-school, evening, and weekend hours.

Skills

Strong writing

Communication

Judgment

Relationship building

Organization

Time management

Collaboration

Job description

AJ Tutoring in the Bay Area seeks a College Counseling Associate & Academic Tutor who will guide high school students through college research, essay brainstorming, and the admissions journey, while also tutoring in core subjects after school and on weekends.

You don't need prior college counseling experience; we value strong writing, communication, judgment, and the ability to build meaningful relationships with students and families. Training and mentorship are provided.