College Counselor

*College Counselor* What experience have you had working with high school students in terms of college planning? *Responsibilities:* * Help students plan and define high school curricula * Design daily, weekly, monthly, and/or yearly academic and activity calendars * Assist students to improve time management, organizational, and study skills * Guide students and parents through every stage of the high school journey including, but not limited to, course selection, standardized testing, extracurricular activities and internships, leadership, and community service work * Advise clients on selecting and finalizing a list of universities * Support clients through the college admissions process (essays, applications, interviews, scholarships, and more) * Lead group admissions workshops and clinics for students and parents * Counsel current college students through the transfer application process to four-year colleges/universities * Assist with and manage essay editing student college admission essays * Manage a roster of students you will be working with on a one-on-one basis * Support the overall mission by assisting in client relations *Qualifications:* * 1+ years of experience as a High School College Counselor or Independent Educational/College Admissions Counselor * Undergraduate/Graduate degree * Deep familiarity with the undergraduate college admissions process in the United States * A nuanced understanding of how standardized test scores relate to the admissions process * Genuine interest in guiding students towards a better future, therefore, naturally and enthusiastically promotes the organization's services to prospective client families * Enthusiastic, passionate counselor * Independent learner that can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment * Excited about helping middle and high school students and their families navigate the college admissions process, making it as stress-free and rewarding as possible * Strong written and verbal communication skills * Self-aware, open, receptive to constructive feedback, responsible, and accountable * Highly organized, multi-tasking whiz; efficiency is key * Authentic team player who relishes the opportunity to collaborate and share best practices * The position is remote and in-person * Looking for the right long-term fit Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $20.
00 - $40.
00 per hour Expected hours: 10 – 30 per week Benefits: * Flexible schedule Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Work Location: In person