College Planning Advisor

Class 101 of West Tennessee; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Supplemental health insurance

Growth opportunities

Franchise ownership possible

Job summary

Class 101 Lexington is seeking college planners to work with students and families, offering direct college planning through individual meetings. You will collaborate with a team and receive comprehensive training to deliver services effectively and consistently.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated, client-focused, and eager to learn and execute a proven system. The role includes flexible scheduling, evenings/weekends, and potential advancement within the franchise.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• Flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Typical 35-45 hour work weeks.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
• Ability to learn and execute a proven system.
• Ability to meet deadlines and identify revenue opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective meetings to educate students on the college process using Class 101 curriculum.
• Motivate and keep students on track through the admissions process.
• Grow client base with sales presentations to students and families; meet monthly/quarterly goals.
• Serve as instructor for group prep classes using Class 101 curriculum.
• Develop expertise in Class 101 curricula and guidance for college lists and financial aid.
• Provide regular meeting summaries and guidance through essay writing.

Skills

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Learning ability

Deadline management

Revenue opportunities

Time management

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Do you want to be a part of a team that empowers students, serves families, and inspires greatness in the next generation of young people?

Class 101 is a national college planning franchise whose mission is to provide students and families with expert guidance in the college search, admissions, and financial aid process. As dedicated college advisors, we recommend potential colleges fitting clients’ factors and budget, as well as assist in identifying a career path that aligns with their abilities and interests. We support them in the steps necessary to achieve those goals in the most cost-effective manner possible.

We are seeking college planners at our Class 101‑Lexington office‑someone who will work collaboratively with a team to provide direct college planning to students through individual meetings. The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, dedicated to the needs of his or her clients, and willing to learn and execute a proven system for delivering college planning. Comprehensive training is made available to ensure that services are delivered effectively and consistently.

Job Responsibilities Will Include, But Not Be Limited To

• Delivering effective meetings with students to educate and empower them on how to navigate the college process using the Class 101 curriculum
• Encouraging, motivating, and keeping students on track as they progress through the college admissions process
• Increasing client base through delivery of sales presentations to potential students and families. Meeting and maintaining monthly and quarterly goals.
• Serving as an instructor for group prep classes, delivered using Class 101’s curriculum
• Gaining expertise in all Class 101 curricula and our approach to helping students and families including
• Identifying student goals for college and career
• Understanding family college budget requirements
• Counseling students and families to identify resources for scholarships and financial aid
• Providing expertise for developing college lists
• Providing regular meeting summaries
• Serving as a reliable, knowledge source for students and families
• Maintaining and growing knowledge of colleges most reviewed by students in your area
• Meeting deadlines for submitting applications
• Developing and interpreting summary reports on students’ progress on standardized tests.
• Guiding students through the essay writing process to create and refine main, supplemental, honors, and scholarship essays

Skills And Requirements

• High School diploma
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
• Work weeks are typically 35-45 hours per week
• Excellent relationship building skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to learn and execute a proven system
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Identifying and following through with revenue‑generating opportunities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Salary plus commission
• first year 40,000-50,000
• second year 45,000-55,000
• third year 50,000-60,000
• 401 K
• Supplemental health insurance
• Attractive opportunities for growth and advancement
• Franchise ownership is a possibility

Other Information

• Background check required

Our mission is to provide families with expert guidance on the college search, admissions, and financial aid process. The end result? Students get into a great college at a price that families can afford. But it's not just about getting into college—it's about helping students find their future. Our one‑on‑one approach and comprehensive roadmap from 9th‑to‑12th grade makes the path to higher education more enjoyable for families. Learn more about Class 101 by visiting our company website.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Class 101 Corporate.