College Admissions Coach

Leland
United States
Workplace: RemoteContractFunction: Education & TrainingSkills: ["Structured problem-solving","Communication","Empathy","Coaching","Attention to detail"]

Guide students through the college application process from start to finish—helping with school and program exploration, selection strategy, and a tailored application plan. Coach students on essays, secondary reviews, supplementary materials, resume building, and interview preparation, while supporting recommendations, financial aid and scholarship navigation, and testing/assessments. When needed, develop waitlist strategies. Set your own hours and host sessions virtually in collaboration with the team.

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Leland
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College Admissions Coach

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Job Summary

Guide students through the college application process from start to finish—helping with school and program exploration, selection strategy, and a tailored application plan. Coach students on essays, secondary reviews, supplementary materials, resume building, and interview preparation, while supporting recommendations, financial aid and scholarship navigation, and testing/assessments. When needed, develop waitlist strategies. Set your own hours and host sessions virtually in collaboration with the team.
Location: United States
Workplace: Remote
Employment Type: Contract
Job Function: Education & Training
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Help students navigate the college application process from start to finish.
  • •Guide school exploration, school selection, and overall application strategy.
  • •Support writing and editing for essays, secondary review, supplementary materials, and resume building.
  • •Prepare students for interviews and help secure strong recommendations.
  • •Advise on financial aid & scholarships, testing & assessments, and waitlist strategy when needed.

Key Requirements

  • •Strong knowledge of the college admissions landscape (e.g., former admissions officer, counselor, or industry professional).
  • •Track record of helping students put their best applications forward.
  • •Clear, structured approach to guiding students through a stressful, high-stakes process.
  • •Experience supporting students with essays, secondary review, and supplementary materials.
  • •Ability to coach on financial aid, scholarships, recommendations, testing/assessments, and waitlist strategy as needed.
Skills:Structured problem-solvingCommunicationEmpathyCoachingAttention to detail

Company Brief

Leland
Leland is a coaching marketplace connecting learners with expert coaches, courses, content, and community to support career and educational goals, including test prep, admissions, and professional upskilling.
Industry: EdTech
Company Size: Medium (51 to 250 employees)
Growth: Growth Stage Startup
Funding: Series A
Headquarters: Stanford, United States
Founded: 2021
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