Former Top 20 University Admissions Officer / Application Reader

Job Title Former Top 20 University Admissions Officer / Application Reader / Committee Member (College Counseling Expert) EliteX is a high-performance college admissions counseling program. We specialize in deep narrative strategy, personal brand development, and insider-driven guidance for competitive applicants. Our mentors come from institutions such as Columbia, UC Berkeley, UPenn, Princeton, and Yale, and we are expanding our team with former T20/elite university admissions officers and application readers. If you’ve evaluated applications at a top-tier institution and want to leverage that expertise to meaningfully shape student outcomes, this role is an opportunity to make a direct impact while working flexibly and remotely. Position Overview We are seeking former T20 university admissions officers, application readers, or committee members to serve as expert college admissions strategists. You will work 1:1 with highly motivated students, helping them craft compelling narratives, strengthen application positioning, and prepare essays that resonate with top-tier selection criteria. This role is fully remote, part-time, and ideal for professionals who want to apply their admissions insights in a mentorship-driven environment. Key Responsibilities • Provide individualized strategic guidance to students applying to Top 20 universities. • Review and critique application materials, including personal statements, supplemental essays, and activity lists. • Help students develop a cohesive personal narrative and application story arc. • Offer insider perspective on selection criteria, institutional priorities, and competitive positioning. • Conduct virtual 1:1 sessions focused on actionable improvements and tailored application strategy. • Collaborate with the EliteX team to maintain the highest level of student success and client experience. Qualifications • Required: Prior experience as an admissions officer, application reader, or committee member at a Top 20 university • Deep familiarity with holistic review, narrative evaluation, institutional priorities, and competitive admissions landscapes. • Strong writing/editorial skills and the ability to articulate feedback clearly and constructively. • Excellent communication skills and comfort mentoring high-achieving students. • Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and handle variable workloads during peak application seasons. Preferred Qualifications • Experience guiding students, advising families, or consulting in an academic context. • Expertise with the Common App, UC application, supplemental essays, and overall application storytelling. • Background working with high-performing students or selective academic programs. What We Offer • Competitive hourly compensation • Flexible scheduling—work from anywhere, set your own hours. • A mission-driven environment with students who are ambitious, engaged, and serious about growth. • Opportunity to shape the next generation of leaders while using your admissions expertise for high-impact mentorship. • Collaborative support from a team of elite mentors Pay: $70.00 - $100.00 per hour Expected hours: 3.0 – 10.0 per week Benefits: • Flexible schedule Work Location: Remote Apply tot his job