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College Counselor Teacher
Career Insights for Enrollment / Admission Counselor
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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
Job Description
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced, articulate, and student-centered College Counselor to join our growing team. You will work 1:1 with high school students (Grade 9+) to guide them through the U.S. college admissions process—from course selection and extracurricular planning to essay crafting and application submission. This role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' futures.What You'll Do:
- Conduct comprehensive initial assessments of each student's academic profile, interests, and goals
- Develop personalized admissions strategies, including course selection, extracurricular planning, social impact projects and summer program recommendations
- Guide students through brainstorming, drafting, and revising compelling personal statements and supplemental essays
- Prepare students for admissions interviews and help them build strong application narratives
- Advise families on college selection, financial aid, and merit scholarship strategies
- Stay current on U.S. college admissions trends, testing policies, and institutional priorities
- Maintain clear, timely communication with students and parents via Zoom, email, etc.