College Counselor

AJ Tutoring • Mountain View, CA

4h • $70,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

AJ Tutoring is seeking a College Counseling Associate & Academic Tutor to help students navigate high school, discover the right colleges, and tell their story. This is a hybrid role combining college counseling and academic tutoring, ideal for an educator passionate about working with teenagers and building a career in college counseling. The company provides training, mentorship, and ongoing support. The role involves working closely with high school students over time, assisting them academically while guiding them through the college admissions process.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree.
• Experience working directly with middle school, high school, or college-age students.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Teaching competency in at least one high school academic subject.
• Exceptional organization and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple students, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Warmth and confidence communicating with both teenagers and parents.
• Intellectual curiosity and an interest in learning the college admissions landscape.
• A collaborative mindset and openness to feedback and professional development.
• Availability during after-school, evening, and some weekend hours.

Nice To Haves

• Prior college admissions experience is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, supportive relationships with high school students and their families.
• Help students explore their interests, goals, and potential college options.
• Guide students through college research and the development of a thoughtful, balanced college list.
• Coach students through brainstorming, drafting, and revising college essays.
• Help students organize and complete applications accurately and on time.
• Manage deadlines and keep students moving forward throughout a multi-step application process.
• Communicate regularly with parents about progress, priorities, and next steps.
• Collaborate with experienced AJ college counselors for guidance, feedback, and additional perspective.
• Tutor students one-on-one in at least one high school academic subject.
• Help students build confidence, independence, and stronger study habits.
• Develop long-term relationships with students and families.
• Work primarily during after-school, evening, and weekend hours.

Benefits

• Training
• Mentorship
• Ongoing support
• Collaboration with experienced counselors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level