University Admissions Counselor, CGA

Crimson Academies; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Crimson Global Academy is hiring a part-time, fully remote University Admissions Counselor for its US Diploma campus. You will guide a caseload of about 200 students in grades 9 to 12 (Years 10 to 13), advising on US, UK and international pathways across time zones.

The role includes teaching the Future Ready curriculum online, helping students select courses, build college lists, complete applications (Common App, UC, UCAS), and writing recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Ivy League background ideal.
• 5+ years of college counseling and university admissions experience.
• 3+ years of UK curriculum and A Levels experience.
• Experience with international university admissions.
• Strong organizational skills to manage ~200-student caseload.
• Comfortable working remotely across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Meet one-on-one with students to plan academic paths, activities, and university goals.
• Teach the Future Ready curriculum online.
• Help students select courses to strengthen college applications.
• Guide students to build balanced college lists and clubs.
• Assist with university research and application deadlines.
• Support students through the full application process worldwide (Common App, UC, UCAS).
• Write counselor recommendations and submit school documents.
• Communicate progress to families and coordinate deadlines.

Skills

Counseling

Time management

Communication

UK curriculum knowledge

International admissions

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Common App

UCAS

Job description

About the Role: Crimson Global Academy (CGA) is hiring a part-time, fully remote University Admissions Counselor for its US Diploma campus. You will guide a caseload of about 200 students in Grades 9 to 12 (Years 10 to 13), from choosing high school courses through applying to universities anywhere in the world. CGA students live across many countries and time zones, so this role suits a counselor who is confident advising on US, UK and international pathways and who enjoys working flexibly with a global team.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet regularly one on one with students on your caseload to plan their academic path, activities and university goals.
• Teach the Future Ready curriculum, CGA's college and career readiness lessons delivered online.
• Help students choose courses each year that shape a strong high school record and support their university plans.
• Guide students in choosing clubs and activities that match their interests and goals.
• Help students research universities and build balanced college lists.
• Support students through the full application process for universities worldwide, including the Common App, the University of California application and UCAS.
• Track application deadlines and requirements for every student and keep them on schedule.
• Write counselor recommendation letters and submit school documents for your students.
• Communicate with families about their student's progress, plans and deadlines.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree (minimum), preferably from a top 10 university (Ivy League background ideal).

2. At least 5 years of experience in college counseling and university admissions advising.

3. At least 3 years of experience with the UK curriculum and A Levels, including how subject choices and results support students' university goals.

4. Experience supporting students with international university admissions.

5. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage deadlines for a caseload of approximately 200 students.

6. Comfortable working remotely and communicating effectively with students, families, and colleagues across different time zones.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with NCAA advising for student athletes, including eligibility and college placement.
• Knowledge of the University of California (UC) application, requirements and deadlines.
• Experience supporting UCAS applications to UK universities.

Schedule and Work Details

• Position Type: Part‑time
• Location: Fully Remote
• Working Hours: 25 hours per week (Flexible)
• Hourly Rate: USD $35‑45
• Start Date: 1 December 2026
• Reports To: Lead Academic and Enrichment Counselor
• Additional Requirements: As CGA students are based across multiple time zones, some early morning or evening availability will be required for student meetings and classes.