About Spark Admissions

We are a thriving educational consulting firm offering a flexible work environment and supportive, thoughtful colleagues. Candidates with the desire to mentor and change the lives of students will find this position extremely rewarding, as we’ve helped thousands of students gain confidence, clarity, and admission to their best-fit colleges.

At Spark Admissions, we believe that applying to college can be a transformative journey. We’re a team of educators and mentors who are passionate about helping students discover who they are, what they care about, and how to tell their stories.

About the Position

We are looking for a full-time college admissions consultant who shares our belief that great advising is rooted in empathy, encouragement, and high standards. If you’re someone who loves building relationships, coaching students to reach their full potential, and working closely with thoughtful, collaborative colleagues, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment and a team of supportive, thoughtful colleagues. This role is fully remote and does not require any travel.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Meeting one-on-one with high school students and their parents to help guide them through the college admissions process
• Coaching students to reach their full potential vis-a-vis students’ academic, intellectual, and extracurricular profiles
• Supporting students with skill-set development to build their confidence and academic curiosity
• Working closely with students on essay brainstorming and development
• Conveying expertise in all areas of college admissions

Benefits & Compensation:
The Spark Admissions Consultant is a full-time, salaried role with the following compensation and benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary Ranging from $70,000–$110,000, based on experience
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunity
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Plan
• Generous Holiday and Vacation Package
• Fully Remote Role (no travel required)

To Apply:

If this role sounds like a fit, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your resume, a cover letter, and responses to the three short-answer questions below to recruiting@sparkadmissions.com  with “College Admissions Consultant” in the subject line.

To be considered, we ask that you meet the qualifications above and share thoughtful responses to the questions below. Only applications with carefully crafted cover letters and short-answer responses will be reviewed.

Cover Letter:

We know no one loves writing cover letters, but we read them closely. We value cover letters as a chance to hear your story - what draws you to this work, what excites you about Spark, and why you’d thrive on our team.

Short-Answer Questions (each response should be 125-250 words in length):

1. A student is strongly drawn to a highly selective school where they have a very low chance of admission. How would you navigate this situation?
2. A student has stopped sending you essay drafts by the deadlines you’d discussed and is no longer responding to your emails. What steps would you take?
3. How would you approach a scenario where a parent is encouraging their child to declare a major on their application that doesn't align with the student's true interests?

The deadline for receipt of application materials is Monday, July 14, 2025. All applications submitted by that date will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (All Required):

• An undergraduate and graduate degree, at least one of which comes from a Top 50 university (Ivy League preferred)
• Admissions experience (at the K-12, undergraduate, or graduate level) or college counseling experience
• At least 5 years of work experience (or a combination of work experience and graduate school)
• An outgoing, empathetic personality with outstanding relationship-building skills
• A strong work ethic, with a constant desire to exceed expectations
• The ability to handle high-stress situations and interactions
• Proven, exceptional writing skills
• Excellent attention to detail and robust project management skills
• Comfort working in an entrepreneurial, small-company environment
• Availability to work some evening and weekend hours

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the qualifications listed above. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. While experience matters, we seek someone who aligns with our values and team dynamic - someone who feels like a natural fit for our thoughtful and mission-driven team.