College Advisor

AIM Educate

. Kick off each family engagement to set goals, timeline, and package scope .

Posted 10/22/2026contractRemote • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in guiding high school students through the college admissions process, including application strategies and financial aid guidance. Proficient in developing personalized college lists and coaching students on essay writing while maintaining effective communication with families.

Highest-signal resume keywords

College Admissions AdvisingApplication Strategy DevelopmentFinancial Aid GuidanceExperience with IEPs and 504 PlansBilingual in English and Spanish

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Hard Skills

College List DevelopmentEssay CoachingApplication Cycle ManagementBackground Check ClearanceMulti-Year Planning

Soft Skills

Goal SettingCommunicationCoachingOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

AIM's PlatformCommon AppApplyTexas

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Educational Planner (CEP)Membership in IECAMembership in HECAMembership in NACACMembership in TACAC

Industry Keywords

High School CounselingCollege AdmissionsFinancial Aid ProcessesTexas Public UniversitiesSelective Private Colleges

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Kick off each family engagement to set goals, timeline, and package scope
Build college lists based on academics, interests, budget, and fit
Coach essays from brainstorming through final draft
Develop and review application strategies for Common App, ApplyTexas, and school portals
Guide families through financial aid and scholarship processes
Do not complete or submit FAFSA or CSS Profile forms for families
Plan courses and activities for younger students on multi-year packages
Provide regular updates to parents and record session notes in AIM's platform
Deliver all services included in each family's purchased package

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 2 years advising high school students on college admissions as a school counselor, admissions officer, or independent educational consultant
Experience guiding students through full application cycles, from college list to submission
Bachelor's degree
Availability for after-school, evening, and weekend sessions
Ability to pass a background check
Independent contractor (1099)
Preferred: Master's in school counseling, higher education, or a related field
Preferred: Admissions experience with Texas public universities or selective private colleges
Preferred: Certified Educational Planner (CEP), or membership in IECA, HECA, NACAC, or TACAC
Preferred: Experience supporting students with IEPs, 504 plans, or learning differences through the college process
Preferred: Bilingual in English and Spanish

Benefits

Comp & perks

Access to AIM's advising platform, project management tools, and resource library
Flexible caseload; choose how many clients to take on
Remote work with in-person options in San Antonio and Austin