College Admissions Advisor

About Us:

Cardinal Education is a dynamic and collaborative educational consulting company dedicated to providing students and families with superior academic support and admissions expertise. Our rapidly growing enterprise offers Educational Consultants the opportunity to make a significant impact from the start while prioritizing exceptional experiences for families and providing substantial growth opportunities within the company.

Culture at Cardinal Education:

Collaboration is key to our culture at Cardinal Education, where open communication and diverse perspectives are valued and drive success. We foster innovation and learning through a supportive environment that encourages growth. Our team is passionate about education and creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

Job Overview:

As a College Admissions Advisor at Cardinal Education, you’ll play a key role in one of the most important chapters of a student’s life—the college admissions journey. You'll work closely with students and families, providing expert guidance through every stage of the process: from building standout profiles and developing compelling essays to choosing the right schools and submitting applications with confidence.

In this role, you’ll become a trusted mentor, helping students discover their strengths, reduce stress, and reach their academic goals. You’ll collaborate with a passionate, driven team and gain hands-on experience that makes an immediate impact. If you're excited by the idea of shaping futures and navigating the path to a student’s top-choice universities, you’ll thrive here.

Responsibilities:

• College Admissions Counseling:

Collaborate with students through all stages of the application process, offering guidance on profile development, essay brainstorming and editing, application submission, test score strategy, and deferral letters. Work closely with the CEO and Managing Consultant to develop and implement individualized student action plans.

• Communication with families and students

Maintain regular communication with parents and students on assignments, meetings, and progress on their college applications. Able to address challenges effectively and encourage students to put their best foot forward in their applications.

• Academic Coaching and Mentorship

Provide one-on-one academic mentorship in various academic subjects and/or standardized exams, guiding students to discover their strengths, reduce stress, and overcome academic challenges. Complete comprehensive training programs to effectively identify and address students' individual strengths and weaknesses.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier, nationally accredited university (required).
• Academic background in the humanities strongly preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in college admissions consulting, working directly with students and families.
• Deep understanding of the college admissions process and what it takes for students to gain admission to leading global universities. Track record of managing and delivering complex projects under strict deadlines.
• Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and able to commit for at least one full school year.
• Proven success working in groups and completing complex projects.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in teams.
• High energy, sociability, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional writing and editing ability.
• Excellent verbal communication with executives, students, parents, and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace and familiarity with social media platforms.
• Experience with Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Publisher, and marketing materials is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits:

• We offer a highly competitive starting salary of $70,000 to $130,000 per year, depending on experience.
• Medical insurance reimbursement.
• Two weeks of paid leave, including sick leave.
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Commuter benefits.
• Paid team lunches.
• Regular company and team-building events.