Position Overview:
Class 101 Ashburn, a leading provider of college planning services, is seeking an experienced College Admissions Adviser to join our team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will be passionate about helping students achieve their college goals and possess a deep understanding of the college admissions process. You will work closely with high school students and their families to guide them through college applications, test prep, essay writing, and scholarship search.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Individualized College Planning: Provide one-on-one counseling and guidance to high school students throughout the college application process, including building a balanced college list, navigating deadlines, and understanding admission requirements.
• College Application Support: Assist students with college application completion, including application essays, personal statements, and supplementary materials.
• Test Preparation Guidance: Provide advice on test prep strategies for SAT, ACT, and other standardized tests; connect students with appropriate resources for improving scores.
• Scholarship & Financial Aid Counseling: Guide students and families through the scholarship search and financial aid application process, including FAFSA completion and merit-based aid opportunities.
• College Fit: Help students assess academic, social, and financial fit at potential colleges, ensuring their goals align with the institutions they apply to.
• Workshop Facilitation: Lead workshops for students and parents on various topics related to college admissions, essay writing, financial aid, and more.
• Relationship Management: Build relationships with students, parents, and high school staff, as well as liaise and form partnerships with colleges and universities nationwide.
• Maintain Student Records: Keep detailed, accurate records of each student’s progress, including test prep scores, application status, deadlines, and any communications with the student and family.
• Track Application Deadlines: Monitor and track key college application deadlines for multiple students, ensuring each student submits applications, essays, and supplemental materials on time.
• Coordinate Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the student, family, school counselors, and colleges, ensuring timely updates and smooth communication throughout the application process.
• Utilize College Admissions Platforms: Familiarize yourself with and utilize various college application platforms (such as Common App, Coalition, Schoolinks) to help students manage and submit their applications efficiently.
• Research and Stay Updated: Continuously research and stay updated on changes in the college admissions landscape, including test policies, application procedures, and scholarship opportunities for first-generation students.
• Prepare and Submit Reports: Prepare and submit progress reports to students and families, outlining where they stand in the application process, upcoming deadlines, and next steps.
• Handle Administrative Tasks: Manage administrative tasks such as scheduling student meetings, organizing workshops, sending reminders, and ensuring all documents are submitted correctly and on time.
• Provide Feedback and Revisions: Review and provide detailed feedback on essays, resumes, and supplemental materials. Ensure that all documents meet college standards before submission.
• Track Test Preparation Progress: Monitor students’ progress in test preparation (SAT/ACT), ensuring they are following the recommended study plans and improving over time.
• Coordinate with Other Team Members: Collaborate with other advisers and administrative staff to ensure a streamlined experience for each family, sharing insights and strategies to best support each student.
• New Customer Liaison: Assist with increasing client base through delivery of sales presentations to potential students and families. Meeting and maintaining monthly and quarterly goals.  

• Bachelor’s degree required Master’s degree in counseling, education, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in college admissions counseling, academic advising, or working in a college admissions office.
• Strong knowledge of the college admissions landscape, including application processes, test preparation, and scholarship opportunities.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with students, parents, and school administrators.
• Familiarity with International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP), and other advanced academic programs is a plus.
• Experience working with diverse student populations, including first-generation and neurodivergent students.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of students and families.
• Experience in college admissions counseling, academic advising, or working in a college admissions office is ideal, though not required.