College Admissions Strategist

TPAPT•Los Angeles, CA

5d•$75 - $90•Remote

About The Position

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. 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

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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