College Counselor - STEM specialist
Are you well-versed in STEM programs and passionate about guiding students as they pursue competitive pathways in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics? If so, Great Expectations College Prep wants you! We are looking for educators and/or counselors to provide enthusiastic and comprehensive support to our students as they navigate the college application process.
About Great Expectations College Prep, LLC
Great Expectations College Prep’s team of experts prepares students and their families for the college application process by guiding them through a robust collection of services including test preparation, academic tutoring, college counseling, athletic recruitment guidance, portfolio development, and beyond. We recognize that colleges want strong students, but they also want real Great Expectations College Prep is a premier, remote-first company that prepares students and their families for the elite college admissions landscape. We provide a "one-stop shop" of services – including test preparation, academic tutoring, and strategic college counseling – designed to help students excel while building a strategic and authentic narrative. Founded in California and now serving a global clientele, we pride ourselves on a high-touch model that matches students and counselors based on personality and expertise. We are committed to a team culture that is dynamic, inclusive, and intellectually adventurous. While our relationships with top-tier schools and professional organizations are strong, our greatest asset is our internal network: you will lead and be supported by an inspiring team of experienced, passionate experts who are dedicated to mutual growth and student excellence.
Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION
We are seeking an experienced, engaging STEM specialist counselor to join our team. The counselor must understand the nuances of competitive major selection (e.g., Computer Science vs. Engineering vs. Applied Mathematics), research positioning, advanced coursework strategy (AP/IB, dual enrollment, multivariable calculus, linear algebra), and the increasing importance of authentic technical depth over résumé stacking. The STEM specialist should be fluent in guiding students toward meaningful differentiation — whether through published research, selective summer programs, coding portfolios, engineering builds, math competitions, or entrepreneurship ventures — while ensuring the narrative remains cohesive and credible.
Additionally, the counselor must be able to advise families realistically about the competitiveness of impacted majors such as Computer Science, Bioengineering, and Data Science; explain institutional nuances in direct-admit versus internal transfer models; and build balanced college lists that reflect both ambition and strategic viability. Strong familiarity with audition-style technical supplements (e.g., research abstracts, GitHub portfolios, maker portfolios) is essential.
Pending client availability, it is expected that counselors have the capacity to work with a minimum of 5 students per graduating class. This is a part-time position with excellent opportunities for growth (including full-time management roles); hours depend on client load and the scope of client work we receive.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree from a Top-50 institution required, advanced degree in counseling, education, or a related STEM field preferred
• Experience in college counseling or educational leadership roles; success in placing high-achieving students into competitive programs
• Demonstrated poise navigating high-pressure, high-expectation client environments
• Proven success working with a range of student engagement levels, from self-driven over-achievers to those requiring strategic re-engagement and motivational scaffolding
• Skills/Qualities
• Natural ability to connect with others and build trust and rapport quickly with both families and internal staff
• Genuine desire to help students achieve their academic and personal potential
• Exceptional organizational mastery and the ability to simultaneously manage multiple complex student lifecycles with precision, particularly in environments that require significant emotional intelligence
• Ability to translate complex admissions data and trends into actionable counseling strategies
• Proficiency in using college counseling software, spreadsheets, and data management tools
• Dedicated, quiet workspace with reliable internet access for virtual sessions
Compensation & Additional Details
• This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt position with a rate of $90 to $110 per hour DOE
• Eligible employees can participate in certain benefits, including but not limited to:
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Technology stipend
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance and LTD coverage
• Regular professional development courses
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and promotion
We are looking for people who would like to call Great Expectations home for years to come, so if this position piques your interest, please send us a cover letter that demonstrates your creativity, personality, and general writing skills – please be yourself and use this opportunity to show us the real you!
• * NOTE: We are extremely dedicated to employee engagement and hiring for the long-term. To that end, our recruiting process includes two virtual meetings, an essay editing assignment, a personality assessment, and reference checks. **
Salary
$90 - $110 per hour
Apply Now
Apply Now
About Great Expectations College Prep, LLC
Great Expectations College Prep’s team of experts prepares students and their families for the college application process by guiding them through a robust collection of services including test preparation, academic tutoring, college counseling, athletic recruitment guidance, portfolio development, and beyond. We recognize that colleges want strong students, but they also want real Great Expectations College Prep is a premier, remote-first company that prepares students and their families for the elite college admissions landscape. We provide a "one-stop shop" of services – including test preparation, academic tutoring, and strategic college counseling – designed to help students excel while building a strategic and authentic narrative. Founded in California and now serving a global clientele, we pride ourselves on a high-touch model that matches students and counselors based on personality and expertise. We are committed to a team culture that is dynamic, inclusive, and intellectually adventurous. While our relationships with top-tier schools and professional organizations are strong, our greatest asset is our internal network: you will lead and be supported by an inspiring team of experienced, passionate experts who are dedicated to mutual growth and student excellence.
Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION
We are seeking an experienced, engaging STEM specialist counselor to join our team. The counselor must understand the nuances of competitive major selection (e.g., Computer Science vs. Engineering vs. Applied Mathematics), research positioning, advanced coursework strategy (AP/IB, dual enrollment, multivariable calculus, linear algebra), and the increasing importance of authentic technical depth over résumé stacking. The STEM specialist should be fluent in guiding students toward meaningful differentiation — whether through published research, selective summer programs, coding portfolios, engineering builds, math competitions, or entrepreneurship ventures — while ensuring the narrative remains cohesive and credible.
Additionally, the counselor must be able to advise families realistically about the competitiveness of impacted majors such as Computer Science, Bioengineering, and Data Science; explain institutional nuances in direct-admit versus internal transfer models; and build balanced college lists that reflect both ambition and strategic viability. Strong familiarity with audition-style technical supplements (e.g., research abstracts, GitHub portfolios, maker portfolios) is essential.
Pending client availability, it is expected that counselors have the capacity to work with a minimum of 5 students per graduating class. This is a part-time position with excellent opportunities for growth (including full-time management roles); hours depend on client load and the scope of client work we receive.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree from a Top-50 institution required, advanced degree in counseling, education, or a related STEM field preferred
• Experience in college counseling or educational leadership roles; success in placing high-achieving students into competitive programs
• Demonstrated poise navigating high-pressure, high-expectation client environments
• Proven success working with a range of student engagement levels, from self-driven over-achievers to those requiring strategic re-engagement and motivational scaffolding
• Skills/Qualities
• Natural ability to connect with others and build trust and rapport quickly with both families and internal staff
• Genuine desire to help students achieve their academic and personal potential
• Exceptional organizational mastery and the ability to simultaneously manage multiple complex student lifecycles with precision, particularly in environments that require significant emotional intelligence
• Ability to translate complex admissions data and trends into actionable counseling strategies
• Proficiency in using college counseling software, spreadsheets, and data management tools
• Dedicated, quiet workspace with reliable internet access for virtual sessions
Compensation & Additional Details
• This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt position with a rate of $90 to $110 per hour DOE
• Eligible employees can participate in certain benefits, including but not limited to:
• 401k plan with company match
• Paid time off
• Technology stipend
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Life insurance and LTD coverage
• Regular professional development courses
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and promotion
We are looking for people who would like to call Great Expectations home for years to come, so if this position piques your interest, please send us a cover letter that demonstrates your creativity, personality, and general writing skills – please be yourself and use this opportunity to show us the real you!
• * NOTE: We are extremely dedicated to employee engagement and hiring for the long-term. To that end, our recruiting process includes two virtual meetings, an essay editing assignment, a personality assessment, and reference checks. **
Salary
$90 - $110 per hour
Apply Now
Apply Now