College Admission Consultants

About Us:

Cardinal Education is seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to join our dynamic College Admissions team as a College Admissions Consultant. Based in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, our company thrives on collaboration and excellence, providing top-tier expertise in admissions and tutoring to families. As a part of our rapidly growing enterprise, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact from day one, working closely with families to navigate the ever-evolving college admissions process.

Culture at Cardinal Education

At Cardinal Education, collaboration thrives in our culture and fosters innovation and learning. We value open communication, embracing diverse perspectives to drive success. Encouraging growth and a supportive environment define our commitment. Our team embodies a passion for education, creating a dynamic and inclusive workplace. Your job will primarily include the below responsibilities:

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 to develop and implement individualized student action plans.

Academic Coaching and Mentoring:

• Serve as a one-on-one academic mentor, providing support in various subjects and/or test prep areas.
• Complete our comprehensive training programs to identify students' unique strengths and weaknesses, build curiosity and confidence, and guide them through academic challenges.

Requirements:

Eligibility:

• Willingness to work evenings and weekends when students are available.

Experience:

• Preferred experience in education consulting or college admissions consulting.
• Proven success in managing, developing, and/or completing complex projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on teams

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree from a nationally accredited university.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Exceptional written and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across different departments in addition to leadership, students, parents, and coworkers.
• Ability to work under pressure and independently in a fast-paced work environment with multiple deadlines
• Deep understanding of the college admissions process and what it takes for students to gain admission into the world’s leading universities
• Experience with Microsoft Word and/or Google Docs; familiarity with Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Publisher, and marketing materials is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive starting salary with substantial room for continued compensation growth based on performance.

• Medical insurance reimbursement 
• Two weeks paid leave, including sick leave 
• Performance bonuses
• Relocation and commuter benefits, 
• Paid lunches
• Regular company/team-building events. (talk about the retreats here; ACAC can go on the college team retreats and Cardinal retreats.)

Comparison with the Previous Version:

Enhancements:

• There is a clear emphasis on collaboration and excellence within the company.
• Expanded responsibilities section for a comprehensive understanding of the role.
• More detailed requirements, specifying preferred experience and skills.
• Inclusion of benefits such as medical insurance reimbursement and performance bonuses.

Retention:

• Retained the core elements of the original description, emphasizing the company's commitment to education and providing an exceptional experience for both employees and families.
• Maintained the dynamic and collaborative nature of the work environment.