About the job:

Do you have a passion for essay writing, creative problem-solving, and student mentorship? Vanguard College Prep is looking for Essay Specialists with strong communication and editing skills who can empower middle school and high school students in their journey to refine their skills in articulating themselves. Vanguard's Essay Specialists work one-on-one with students to facilitate the writing process and help them discover their own unique voices.

As an Essay Specialist, you will be expected to:

• Provide dynamic one-on-one instruction to high school students on their essays
• Work on a project basis, shepherding students through the essay writing process, both narrative and expository essays
• Facilitate the writing process and provide in-depth feedback on essay drafts, conducting any necessary ad-hoc work along the way
• Model professionalism and strong organizational skills by managing students' production schedules, replying to students in a timely manner, holding students accountable for all assignments, and tracking/logging hours worked
• Mentor aspiring writers with empathy and an innate understanding that the creative process is demanding, and can be stressful for STEM based learners who are not natural writers.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or higher from a Top 20 U.S. University
• Minimum of 2+ years working in College Admissions
• Flexible schedule on work days and a willingness to work with the students' schedules (will include evenings and weekends), especially during the busy season of August-December
• Can work 30 - 40 hours a week
• Strong editing skills and mastery of the English language
• Access to a reliable internet connection and a private workspace without noise or distraction

The ideal candidate will also possess some or all of the following:

• A degree in a communication-based field (English, Language Arts, Journalism, Creative Writing, Publishing, Anthropology, Public Policy, etc.)
• Experience tutoring high school and/or college-aged students in writing
• Editing experience, especially in positions that require heavy editing to meet organizational standards
• Experience in the college preparation service industry
• Experience instructing remotely, using tools such as Google Hangout, Google Drive, and Google Classroom
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask, balance multiple deadlines, and take responsibility for students' progress

Why you want to be an Essay Specialist with Vanguard College Prep:

• Paid training and professional development, including paid prep work and staff meetings
• Distinctive and individualized approach to creative writing and expression with a strong track record of producing top-tier writers
• Elite team of instructors, counselors, and specialists from Ivy League and top universities across the nation who are passionate about fostering student success
• Quickly-growing start-up environment that emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and mentorship

Compensation:

• Starting Pay: $23.00 – $26.00 per hour depending on education, experience, and skill
• Hourly rate applies to student sessions, as well as all prep work, editing, professional development, backend projects, and staff meetings. You are paid for every minute you work!

About Vanguard College Prep:

​​Vanguard College Prep is a full-service educational company whose mission is to enable the future leaders of our globalized world to meet their fullest potential. Through its college preparatory services, Vanguard is committed to providing meaningful, all-encompassing college preparation that treats each student as an individual, readying them for the boardroom, not the assembly line.

Two things set Vanguard apart from other after school companies: our elite team and our personalized, organic curriculum. Unlike other education companies, which often take a one-size-fits-all approach, Vanguard recognizes that every student learns differently. Our experienced instructors, counselors, and essay specialists strive to shatter this assembly line model by providing in-depth, long-term, and personalized instruction tailored to fit each students' individual learning needs. We encourage students' continual questioning and curiosity with the goal of extending learning beyond the classroom, so that our students will be successful in the elite college of their choice and beyond.