Senor College Admissions Counselor

Foresight College Counseling is seeking an enthusiastic, empathic, and confident College Counselor with significant experience advising high school students throughout the college admissions process. Applicants should be excited about joining a dynamic, growth-oriented team and embrace Foresight College Counseling’s philosophy and proven advising system. A successful candidate will be skilled in connecting with and empowering high school students to navigate their college search process with confidence and develop a powerful, authentic narrative during their college application process. Candidates should be able to ensure that students achieve time-sensitive milestones and demonstrate a successful track record of strong writing and editing skills for resume and essay development.
Role Description The Senior College Admissions Counselor is a remote, contract role focused on guiding students and families through the college search and application process. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting virtual consultations, assessing academic profiles, and helping students build balanced college lists aligned with their goals. The counselor will help students to plan 4 -year plan to build their high school profile for college admissions. Also, the counselor
will coach students on application timelines, essay topics, and completion of required materials, providing feedback and recommendations for improvement. The role also involves advising on financial aid and scholarship opportunities, responding promptly to client inquiries, and maintaining accurate records of sessions and progress. The counselor is expected to work independently, manage their schedule, and deliver professional, ethical guidance that supports equitable access to higher education.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree or higher
Must have 5+ years of college consulting experience!
Prior experience in Performing Arts, NCAA recruitment or Financial Aids is a plus
Experience as a former admissions officer or application reader at a highly selective university is a significant plus
Excellent organizational and motivational skills to connect with students from diverse backgrounds
Strong writing and editing skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to build trust with students and families.
Clear, professional communication skills, both verbal and written, for consultations, emails, and application reviews.
Customer service skills to ensure responsive, respectful, and client-centered support throughout the admissions process.
Sales and consultative skills to present services effectively, manage inquiries, and support client retention.
Education-related experience, such as college counseling, admissions, academic advising, or teaching.
Knowledge of U.S. college admissions processes, standardized testing, financial aid, and scholarship options.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage multiple clients, and meet agreed timelines.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including documentation and tracking student progress.
Comfort with virtual tools and platforms (video conferencing, shared documents, CRM or scheduling software).
Salary is commensurate with experience. The range is $55 - $80/hour

Work arrangement
Yes