Interview Mentor, U.S. Boarding and Day School Admissions

Crimson Education•New York, NY

22d•Remote

About The Position

Join Crimson as a Boarding & Day School Interview Mentor – Empower the Next Generation of Global Leaders! 🌍 Are you passionate about revolutionizing education and making a meaningful impact on future generations? Crimson Education is a Series C global EdTech startup, founded in 2013, with a bold vision: to transform students into the world leaders of tomorrow through personalized education and technology. With a presence in 28 countries and a team of 700+ professionals, we connect over 3,000 tutors and mentors with students aiming for admission to top universities or career pathways around the globe. The Role As a Boarding & Day School Interview Mentor, you'll coach students through one of the most personal and high-stakes parts of the admissions process — the interview. Drawing on your firsthand experience in a school admissions office, you'll help students articulate their story, present with confidence, and walk into their interviews prepared. You'll work with a globally diverse student base, partnering closely with families and Crimson strategists to give each student the best possible shot at their target schools.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree from a top 30 U.S. college.
Direct experience working in an admissions office at a competitive US boarding or day school is a must, including a proven track record of evaluating or supporting students through the admissions process. We will not progress your application without this.
Interview coaching or student-facing mentoring experience
At least 10 hours of availability per week
You're passionate about education and enjoy working with young people — ideally you've already got experience mentoring or coaching students
You're detail-oriented with strong planning and organizational skills
You've got fantastic verbal and written communication skills
Deep familiarity with elite boarding and day school admissions expectations, interview formats, and evaluation criteria
Ability to quickly identify and strengthen a student's personal narrative and presentation style
Warm, engaging energy when working with young students and their families
Effective interpretation of parent concerns and needs, with the ability to partner through challenging student situations
High sensitivity and professionalism in all communication
High attention to detail
Adapts well in high-pressure, deadline-driven situations
Responds positively to critical feedback
Ability to cast long-term vision while narrowing to short-term practical strategy