Full-Time College Counselor

Company Description

At College Flight Path (CFP) , we believe in a holistic, student-centered approach to college planning — one that goes beyond test scores and elite placements to support the whole student and family through every step of their journey. Our work is strategic, relational, and deeply personalized: we help students identify their strengths, articulate their stories, and build authentic, confidence-infused plans that align with their academic goals, values, and future aspirations. CFP counselors are trusted guides, collaborative team members, and lifelong learners. We value empathy, creativity, equity, and integrity in how we serve students and partner with families.

Role Description

This full-time position is remote. We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic Full-Time College Counselor to join our growing team. This individual will guide high school students (Grades 9–12) through the entire college planning and admissions process — from academic planning and identity development through application strategy and matriculation. This role requires a strong foundation in admissions consulting, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset ready to thrive in CFP’s mission-driven, supportive environment.

As a Full-Time College Counselor, you will:

Student & Family Counseling

• Build trusting, meaningful relationships with students and families.
• Develop personalized college plans that reflect students’ strengths, passions, and goals.
• Provide one-on-one guidance from freshman year planning to senior year execution.

Application Strategy & Execution

• Assist students with college research, list development, and application strategy.
• Guide students through essays, resumes, supplements, interviews, and portfolios.
• Help manage timelines, deadlines, and submission logistics.

Academic & Extracurricular Planning

• Advise on course selection, standardized testing timelines, extracurricular engagement, and leadership opportunities.
• Support students in aligning their high school experiences with college and career goals.

Collaboration & Team Engagement

• Participate in regular team meetings, professional development, and CFP curriculum refinement.
• Share insights with colleagues to strengthen best practices and client outcomes.
• Support CFP initiatives on inclusivity, equity, and student empowerment.

Continuous Learning

• Stay up-to-date on admissions trends, college policy changes, and best practices in holistic counseling.
• Contribute to CFP content, resources, workshops, and parent/student education.

Qualifications

• Experience in College Counseling and knowledge of College Applications processes: Experience in leadership, classroom counseling, independent consulting, or admissions office work is highly valued.
• Proficient in providing guidance to High School Students and assisting with Student Counseling: understand that college success is multifaceted — encompassing identity, fit, goals, resilience, and community.
• Possesses strong strategic and analytical thinking: interpret student profiles, identify strengths, and tailor plans that maximize outcomes.
• Familiarity with Student Financial Aid policies and resources
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to connect with students and families
• Ability to work collaboratively with educational professionals
• Master's degree in Counseling, Education, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in an educational or counseling role
• Familiarity with tools like Common App, Naviance, Scoir or similar platforms