College Planning Advisor

Benefits:Employee discountsOpportunity for advancementTraining & developmentDo you want to be a part of a team that empowers students, serves families, and inspires greatness in the next generation of young people?Class 101 is a national college planning franchise whose mission is to provide students and families with expert guidance in the college search, admissions, and financial aid process. As dedicated college advisors, we recommend potential colleges fitting clients’ factors and budget, as well as assist in identifying a career path that aligns with their abilities and interests. We support them in the steps necessary to achieve those goals in the most cost-effective manner possible.We are seeking college planners at our Overland Park 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.Job Responsibilities Will Include, But Not Be Limited To:Delivering effective meetings with students to educate and empower them on how to navigate the college process using the Class 101 curriculumEncouraging, motivating, and keeping students on track as they progress through the college admissions processServing 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 includingIdentifying student goals for college and careerUnderstanding family college budget requirementsCounseling students and families to identify resources for scholarships and financial aidProviding expertise for developing college listsProviding regular meeting summariesServing as a reliable, knowledge source for students and families Maintaining and growing knowledge of colleges most reviewed by students in your areaMeeting deadlines for submitting applicationsDeveloping 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 essaysIncreasing client base through delivery of sales presentations to potential students and families. Meeting and maintaining monthly and quarterly goals. Skills And Requirements:High School diploma Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekendsExcellent relationship building skillsStrong organizational skillsAbility to learn and execute a proven systemAbility to meet deadlinesIdentifying and following through with revenue-generating opportunitiesStrong written and verbal communication skillsBenefitsHourly plus commissionSupplemental health insuranceAttractive opportunities for growth and advancement Other InformationHours will vary depending on how many students you work with and the grade levels of the studentOpportunity to move from part-time to full-timeBackground check requiredCompensation: $25.00 - $30.00 per hourOur mission is to provide families with expert guidance on the college search, admissions, and financial aid process. The end result? Students get into a great college at a price that families can afford. But it's not just about getting into college—it's about helping students find their future. Our one-on-one approach and comprehensive roadmap from 9th-to-12th grade makes the path to higher education more enjoyable for families. Learn more about Class 101 by visiting our company website. This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Class 101 Corporate.