College Admissions Strategist

  • TPAPT
  • Denver, Colorado, United States
  • 2mo ago
  • Contract
  • Remote

The Association of Test Preparation, Admissions, and Private Tutoring (TPAPT) is seeking a college advisor to work with students in grades 9-12 on their school lists, applications, essays, and supplementals.

Position: College Admissions Coach

Classification: PT Employee

Hours: Seasonal, 10-20 week

Location: Remote

From the Chapter:

We’re looking for experienced admissions officers, IECs, or high school counselors to work with families embarking on the college journey.

Day-to-day activities might include the following:

· Monthly, bimonthly, or weekly meetings with students and parents to create and review college admissions strategy

· Develop a balanced college list based on students’ goals, backgrounds, and interests

· Provide college essay support and feedback

· Plan application submission timeline and strategy (ED 1, ED 2, EA, Reg. Decision, etc.)

· Curate students’ activities resume

· Plan for and request letters of recommendation

· Provide admissions interview coaching

· Plan for campus visits and tours

· Manage academic, standardized test, and extracurricular plans for students

· Coach students through independent projects (non-profit, small business, community workshop, etc)

· Review and compare admissions offers with students and families

· Maintain open and regular lines of communication with students and parents to ensure that clients feel supported

  • Earned Bachelor's
  • 10 hours/ week of availability
  • At least two years of experience as one of the following:
    • Associate Dean/ Director of a US four year degree granting college or university
    • US public or private school designated College Prep counselor
    • A better than average knowledge of the college admissions criteria at competitive schools, little ivies, and hidden gems.
  • An outgoing, empathetic personality along with strong relationship-building skills
  • Proven, exceptional writing skills
  • The ability to work independently and a "manage up" mentality
  • Strong attention to detail and strong project management skills
  • High degree of confidence with web-conferencing, document sharing, online lessons
  • Referral bonus
  • Flexible schedule
  • No marketing required