Remote College Admissions Consultant: 1:1 Guidance

Kaplan; Florida; Remote; USD 114,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaplan is seeking a seasoned College Admissions Consultant to provide personalized one-on-one guidance to high school students nationwide. You will guide college selection, craft applications, essays, and resumes, and prepare students for interviews, while coordinating with families on timelines and financial aid.

Requires 5+ years of college counseling, excellent writing/presentation skills, and the ability to manage multiple students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of college counseling experience.
• Extensive knowledge of admissions requirements, financial aid, and academic planning.
• Strong writing, presentation, and meeting facilitation skills.
• Exceptional organizational abilities to manage multiple students through the application cycle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individualized strategy sessions with students beginning in 9th grade to evaluate academic performance, extracurricular involvement, career aspirations, and personal goals, driving the creation of tailored college admissions strategies to position students for competitive applications.
• Maintain consistent communication with students and parents to ensure alignment and clarity around college admissions goals and progress.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis for each student to develop a balanced college list, comprising reach, target, and likely schools that align with their academic interests, personal preferences, and family budget.
• Assist students in brainstorming, outlining, and refining personal statements and supplemental essays to create compelling narratives.
• Manage application timelines and provide detailed guidance to ensure students complete applications accurately, highlighting their achievements to stand out in the admissions process.
• Provide expert guidance on course selection, standardized testing (SAT, ACT, etc.), and extracurricular activities that will enhance students' application profiles.
• Review and optimize student resumes, ensuring they effectively showcase key strengths, experiences, and accomplishments.
• Prepare students for college interviews by conducting mock interviews and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
• Stay current on trends in college admissions, including evolving standards and application requirements, to provide the most relevant advice.

Skills

College counseling

Student guidance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Kaplan is seeking a seasoned College Admissions Consultant to provide personalized one-on-one guidance to high school students nationwide. You will guide college selection, craft applications, essays, and resumes, and prepare students for interviews, while coordinating with families on timelines and financial aid.

Requires 5+ years of college counseling, excellent writing/presentation skills, and the ability to manage multiple students.