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Ilumin Education

Educational Consultant

Santa Clara, CA · Remote

$65K - $75K/yr

ILUMIN Education is a San Francisco Bay Area based educational consulting firm that provides expert college admissions counseling and meaningful life coaching to high school students. By creating a ...

Cardinal Education

Educational Consultant

Burlingame, CA · On-site

$70K/yr

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 ...

Think Academy US

Educational Consultant

San Jose, CA

$25/hr

This role will give you the chance to participate in Think Academy's business functions, specifically, course consulting. As an Educational Consultant at Think Academy, your responsibilities include:

Think Academy US

Educational Consultant

San Jose, CA · On-site

$25/hr

This role will give you the chance to participate in Think Academy's business functions, specifically, course consulting. As an Educational Consultant at Think Academy, your responsibilities include:

Think Academy US

Educational Consultant

San Jose, CA · On-site

$25/hr

This role will give you the chance to participate in Think Academy's business functions, specifically, course consulting. As an Educational Consultant at Think Academy, your responsibilities include:

Everway

Educational Consultant (Contractor)

As an Educational Consultant, you are responsible for planning, delivering, and preparing professional learning experiences and job embedded coaching using research-based instructional strategies ...

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As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for educational consulting in the United States is $94,974.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,500.00 and $121,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Educational consulting is a professional service where experts provide guidance and support to students, families, schools, or organizations regarding educational planning and decision-making. Consultants may help with school or college admissions, curriculum development, special education needs, or improving educational programs. Their goal is to help clients navigate educational systems, identify the best opportunities, and achieve academic success. Educational consultants often have backgrounds in education, counseling, or administration and stay informed about current trends and best practices in the field.

What are some typical challenges educational consultants face when working with schools or families, and how can applicants prepare for them?

Educational consultants often navigate diverse expectations from schools, families, and students, which can lead to balancing differing priorities and communication styles. Applicants should be prepared to address resistance to change, tailor recommendations to unique educational environments, and manage tight deadlines during peak application seasons. Building strong interpersonal and organizational skills, as well as staying updated on current educational trends, will help consultants provide effective, customized support while maintaining positive relationships with clients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Educational Consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Educational Consultant, you need expertise in curriculum development, educational assessment, and a background in teaching or educational administration, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), data analysis tools, and state or national education standards is commonly required. Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and strong presentation abilities help consultants build rapport with clients and effectively communicate recommendations. These competencies are critical for driving meaningful educational improvements and ensuring client satisfaction in diverse educational settings.
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Educational Consultant

Educational Consultant

Ilumin Education

Santa Clara, CA • Remote

$65K - $75K/yr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS

  • Passionate about working with teens?
  • Interested in helping others discover their life goals?
  • Want to help teens develop valuable skills?
  • Fascinated with the college admissions process?

Many high school students feel lost in their journey towards college and adulthood, and we are here to help. ILUMIN Education is a San Francisco Bay Area based educational consulting firm that provides expert college admissions counseling and meaningful life coaching to high school students.

By creating a climate of care and establishing support systems, we help students develop compassion, maturity, and courage--and ultimately find their way. By decoding admission goals into clear next steps, we aim to improve students' college admissions opportunities and develop the skills needed to be successful in college and beyond.

If you feel like you can get behind that vision--we may be looking for you!

About the Role:

ILUMIN Education is seeking a remote Educational Consultant passionate about helping students discover their calling, develop the skills for success, and dare to take their next step. Through modeling and coaching, you will support high school students in self-discovery, decision-making, course curriculum mapping, extracurricular planning, standardized test planning, college essay writing and college discovery.

You will be working one-on-one with students and families to help students navigate the confusing college admissions process and set them up for long-term success. Ultimately, as an Educational Consultant, you will have the opportunity to be the adult you wish you had or were thankful you had in your high school years. 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Passionate about mentoring and coaching high school students (8th - 12th grade) through academic, extracurricular, and personal challenges
  • Has at least 2-years of experience in college counseling, advising or consulting
  • Able to manage multiple parent and student relationships simultaneously
  • Adept at managing expectations and counseling families through high pressure situations
  • Has a strong grasp of English and writing skills
  • Graduated from a top 25 university
  • Comfortable leading marketing presentations and student workshops
  • Prior experience on staff with a selective university admissions office

Responsibilities:

  • Meet with students and parents monthly to review academic and extracurricular plans
  • Manage academic, standardized test, and extracurricular plans for up to 45 students
  • Coach and guide 12th-grade students through the entire college preparation process including selecting colleges, developing essays, and completing all requirements needed to submit the college application
  • Lead quarterly workshops on student skills (study skills, time management, etc)
  • Maintain open and regular line of communication with students and parents
  • Attend quarterly marketing presentations
  • Perform research on extracurricular activities (volunteering, summer programs, special projects)
  • Brainstorm and edit college application essays and summer program essays
  • Coach students through independent projects (non-profit, small business, community workshop, etc)

This role is eligible for remote work.

ILUMIN Education is an equal opportunity employer.

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