Who we are
Prepory is the premier college admissions counseling organization. Our innovative, holistic approach to college counseling is reshaping how students apply to college, find their "fit," and ultimately receive admission to their dream schools.
Through our college admissions practice, we guide high school students and graduate admissions applicants along their college admissions and application journey. We have worked with over 9,000 clients globally, and this would not be possible without our amazing college admissions coaches. We are looking for individuals who can serve as reliable, passionate, and informative guides for applicants who are embarking on their college admissions journey.
Why Prepory?
- Fully remote position
- Competitive hourly rates
- Flexibility to set your own schedule
- A welcoming, collaborative, and ambitious company culture
Responsibilities
Communicate regularly with applicants to identify their needs, goals, and expectations for their graduate school admissions journey.Provide end-to-end counseling, includingRegular 60-minute advising sessions via Zoom with each of your applicants
Keeping track of deadlines for various applications and educational milestonesAssigning relevant tasks between sessions to maximize applicant successResponding to applicant inquiriesSuccessfully and conscientiously manage a cohort of graduate school applicantsTypical cohorts are between 5 to 10 students at a given time
Support applicant progress by providing personalized advising tailored to each client's geographic location, financial needs, academic and extracurricular goals, and long-term trajectory.Conduct research as needed to support your advising sessions, clarify inquiries, or present valuable information / resources to your applicants.Lead applicants in the exploration, research, and discernment of a balanced college list that reflects their academic, professional and personal interests.Be forward-thinking and strategic in the advice and guidance provided to your clients, ensuring that you are an expert and up-to-date on the admissions issues they are facing.Mentor applicants through the writing process for statements of purpose, supplemental essays, rsums, etc. by helping them identify their personal narrative and providing meaningful and actionable feedback on their materials.Provide interview preparation and support during the application process.Participate in biweekly meetings with 6-8 other Prepory coaches conducted by your Lead Coach mentor.Participate as an additional reader in our Committee Review.Maintain detailed communication with the Program Director and Director of Client Success to provide o ngoing updates on student progressQualifications of our Ideal Candidate
Former admissions experience at an accredited graduate school is strongly preferred , though we will also consider candidates with relevant experience in graduate application supportGraduated from or worked at a top-tier graduate school and / or a top 50 undergraduate institutionComprehensive understanding of the U.S. and UK graduate application process, ideally for a variety of programs including master's and doctoral across many fieldsFamiliarity with trends in graduate education, graduate school rankings, and admissions priorities such as DEI, GPA / GRE balance, and experiential qualificationsExperience in an educational or academic support role , such as advising, teaching, research, counseling, or academic coachingAbility to manage and mentor multiple applicants throughout a competitive admissions cycle, providing guidance tailored to each client's profile and goalsAvailability during evenings and weekends, with flexibility to accommodate students in different time zones, including international applicantsStrong organizational skills, excellent attention to detail, and ability to track deadlines, document submissions, and evolving application materialsExceptional written and interpersonal communication skills, especially in reviewing and providing feedback on personal statements, optional essays, and rsumsWillingness to support students through the entire graduate school application cycle , including school list creation, essay review, and interview preparationCompensation Range
$22.75 / hr - $32.75 / hr
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