University Admissions Counselor, CGA

Crimson Academies; United States; Remote; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Crimson Global Academy is seeking a part-time, fully remote University Admissions Counselor to guide a caseload of about 200 high school students (Grades 9–12). You will support their university plans worldwide, including US, UK, and international pathways.

You'll work flexibly with a global team, manage deadlines, and collaborate with families to craft balanced college lists and successful applications, including the Common App and UCAS.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (minimum).
• At least 5 years of experience supporting students with college counseling and advising.
• At least 3 years of experience with the UK curriculum and A Levels, including how A Level choices and results support university goals.
• Strong organization and the ability to manage deadlines for a caseload of about 200 students.
• Comfortable working remotely and communicating clearly with students, families and colleagues across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Meet regularly one on one with students on your caseload to plan their academic path, activities and university goals.
• Teach CGA's Future Ready curriculum, college and career readiness lessons delivered online.
• Help students choose courses each year that shape a strong high school record and support 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, UCAS and UC applications.
• Track application deadlines and requirements for every student and keep them on schedule.
• Write counselor recommendation letters and submit school documents for students.
• Communicate with families about their student's progress, plans and deadlines.

Skills

Student counseling

Time management

Cross-cultural communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Common App

UCAS

UC application

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

• Bachelor's degree (minimum).

• At least 5 years of experience supporting students with college counseling and advising.

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

• Strong organization and the ability to manage deadlines for a caseload of about 200 students.

• Comfortable working remotely and communicating clearly with students, families and colleagues across 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.