College Advisor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Texas.

📋 Description

• Initiate each family engagement by establishing objectives, timelines, and the scope of services.

• Create college lists tailored to academics, interests, budget, and suitability.

• Guide students through essay writing, from brainstorming ideas to final drafts.

• Formulate and assess application strategies for the Common App, ApplyTexas, and various school portals.

• Assist families in navigating financial aid and scholarship processes.

• Note that completion or submission of FAFSA or CSS Profile forms for families is not included.

• Design course plans and activities for younger students as part of multi-year packages.

• Provide consistent updates to parents and document session notes in AIM's platform.

• Ensure delivery of all services encompassed in each family's purchased package.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience advising high school students on college admissions as a school counselor, admissions officer, or independent educational consultant.

• Proven experience guiding students through complete application cycles, from college selection to submission.

• A bachelor's degree is required.

• Availability for after-school, evening, and weekend sessions is necessary.

• Must be able to pass a background check.

• Position as an independent contractor (1099).

• Preferred: Master's degree in school counseling, higher education, or a related field.

• Preferred: Experience in admissions at Texas public universities or selective private colleges.

• Preferred: Certification as an Educational Planner (CEP), or membership in IECA, HECA, NACAC, or TACAC.

• Preferred: Background in supporting students with IEPs, 504 plans, or learning differences throughout the college application process.

• Preferred: Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.

🏝️ Benefits

• Access to AIM's advising platform, project management tools, and resource library.

• Flexible caseload allowing you to choose the number of clients you wish to take on.

• Opportunity for remote work, with in-person options available in San Antonio and Austin.