College Advisor

About MedSchoolCoach

MedSchoolCoach is a rapidly growing EdTech company that serves the needs of future physicians by providing the highest quality content software and one-to-one tutoring and advising services. Physician-led and founded MedSchoolCoach is driven by its mission to help shape the future of medicine. Over time the organization has become one of the largest players in the medical space reaching nearly 50% of prospective medical students every year through one of our products or services.

Working at MedSchoolCoach

We are a distributed team of creative approachable and motivated entrepreneurs educators tutors advisors and clinicians who are passionate about improving healthcare and education. At MedSchoolCoach we value problem solvers who take initiative communicate earnestly work effectively and prioritize life-work balance. We do everything we can to make sure our teammates are successful personally and professionally. We welcome all employee contributions in whatever shape or form they manifest especially as our organization continues to grow.

Description:

We are looking for individuals who have experience working for undergraduate admissions at highly selective universities and a passion for helping students applying to pre-med or direct medical (BS/MD) programs. Working together with a physician advisor the college advisor will support high school students through all aspects of the college application process. The goal is to help students build applications that are compelling and representative of them. We are only open to candidates who have worked in admissions for a highly selective college or university and have counseled highly qualified students through the college application process.

Scope:

As a college advisor you will help the student navigate the Common App provide consistent and supportive advising build school lists that reflect the students goals and interests and prepare the student for interviews among other duties. It is critical that you maintain up-to-date knowledge of college admissions trends industry standards and new developments. Additionally our students are focused on applying to BS/MD or pre-med programs and expect our advisors to have an understanding of their unique needs as an applicant. To help we provide students with a physician advisor who is an expert in the BS/MD admissions process. You will develop a strong working relationship with the physician advisor and will act as a unified team that will support the applicant through the application process.

This is largely a seasonal position. Our peak season is from June until December. Also this is a remote position that requires you to have a reliable connection to the Internet access to Microsoft Word and understanding of Google applications including Google Sheets and Google Docs.

Ideal Candidate:

• BA/BS from an accredited institution masters preferred
• prior experience as an undergraduate admissions officer for a highly selective institution and/or significant prior experience advising undergraduate applicants applying to highly selective institutions
  • management-level undergraduate admissions experience is highly preferred
• strong knowledge of all areas of the undergraduate admissions processapplication through acceptance
• familiarity with BS/MD (direct med) and pre-med programs
• demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team-focused environment
• ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
• ability to provide coaching and feedback in a clear and timely manner making sure students feel supported and understand direction
• exemplary verbal and written communication skills
• comfort with MS Word and/or Google Docs (for editing content)
• a combination of the following behavioral characteristics:
  • student-led
  • finds ways to say yes and work with student goals/interests
  • proactive
  • optimistic
  • flexible/adaptable
  • seeks professional development
  • open and responsive to feedback
  • team player
  • promotes values of diversity equity and inclusion
  • strong work ethic
  • tech savvy