College Planning Advisor

About the role

We are seeking college planners at our Class 101-Lexington office—someone who will work collaboratively with a team to provide direct college planning to students through individual meetings. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, dedicated to the needs of his or her clients, and willing to learn and execute a proven system for delivering college planning. Comprehensive training is made available to ensure that services are delivered effectively and consistently.

Responsibilities

• Delivering effective meetings with students to educate and empower them on how to navigate the college process using the Class 101 curriculum
• Encouraging, motivating, and keeping students on track as they progress through the college admissions process
• Increasing client base through delivery of sales presentations to potential students and families
• Meeting and maintaining monthly and quarterly goals
• Serving as an instructor for group prep classes, delivered using Class 101's curriculum
• Gaining expertise in all Class 101 curricula and our approach to helping students and families including:
  • Identifying student goals for college and career
  • Understanding family college budget requirements
  • Counseling students and families to identify resources for scholarships and financial aid
  • Providing expertise for developing college lists
  • Providing regular meeting summaries
  • Serving as a reliable, knowledge source for students and families
• Maintaining and growing knowledge of colleges most reviewed by students in your area
• Meeting deadlines for submitting applications
• Developing and interpreting summary reports on students' progress on standardized tests
• Guiding students through the essay writing process to create and refine main, supplemental, honors, and scholarship essays

Qualifications

• High School diploma
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
• Work weeks are typically 35-45 hours per week
• Excellent relationship building skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to learn and execute a proven system
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Identifying and following through with revenue-generating opportunities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Salary plus commission:
  • First year: $40,000–$50,000
  • Second year: $45,000–$55,000
  • Third year: $50,000–$60,000
• 401K
• Supplemental health insurance
• Attractive opportunities for growth and advancement
• Franchise ownership is a possibility

Background check required.