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Young Scholars Institute

College Admissions Counselor

Pay: $20–$30/hr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Diamond Bar, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

An Enrollment or Admission Counselor reviews applications and advises on admissions decisions for private elementary and secondary schools, colleges and universities. Organizes information and promotional materials about a school, conducts interviews with students and families, reviews application materials, and works with other school or college administrators to plan admissions goals and identify financial aid resources for admitted students. May travel to meet and recruit students.

$71,093 / year median in California

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

College Admissions Counselor Young Scholars Institute - 3.6 Diamond Bar, CA Job Details Part-time $20 - $30 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications School experience Academic institution experience English Experience working with high schoolers Master's degree Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Working with students Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Student counseling support Full Job Description Young Scholars is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable College Admissions Counselor to guide high school students through every step of the college application process. If you enjoy mentoring students and helping them achieve their college goals, we'd love to have you on our team! Responsibilities Provide one-on-one college admissions counseling for high school students Guide students in college selection, application strategy, and admissions planning Advise on course planning, extracurricular activities, and summer opportunities Review and edit college essays, personal statements, and supplemental essays Assist with Common App, UC, CSU, and other college applications Help students develop balanced college lists and admissions strategies Communicate regularly with students and parents regarding progress and deadlines Conduct workshops, seminars, and informational presentations as needed Qualifications Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred Strong knowledge of the U.S. college admissions process Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills Passion for mentoring and working with high school students Highly organized with strong attention to detail Ability to manage multiple students and deadlines simultaneously Previous college counseling, admissions, or educational consulting experience preferred Preferred Qualifications Experience in college admissions, counseling, or higher education Familiarity with UC, CSU, Common App, and private university admissions Knowledge of financial aid and scholarship opportunities Bilingual (English/Mandarin or English/Korean) is a plus

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

High School Counseling:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person