Current Job Opportunities

Part-Time Associate College Consultant

Discovery College Consulting is seeking a part-time associate college consultant, with the possibility of becoming full-time.  The consultant will assist high school students with various aspects of the college preparation, search, and application process, including:

  • Selection of high school courses
  • Identification of extracurricular activities and summer programs and help with applications to such programs
  • Exploration of and research on potential majors and minors
  • Understanding of standardized testing requirements and scores
  • Determination of which factors are most important in the student’s college search
  • Creation of a list of colleges based on factors identified, as well as the student’s grades, test scores, interests, and financial situation
  • Creation of a timeline for completing college applications
  • Completion of college and scholarship applications and essays
  • Preparation for college visits and interviews
  • Review of admission and financial aid offers

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree
  • Experience as a college admissions officer, high school counselor, or related experience
  • Strong communication (oral and written), organizational, and research skills
  • Willingness to work evenings and weekends
  • Ability to thrive in a work environment that requires flexibility and self-sufficiency

If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to Sara Zessar at sarazessar@gmail.com.