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Essay Specialist

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United States

Posted

2 days ago

Salary

$20 - $25 / hour

Seniority

Mid Level

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Job Description

Essay Specialist

Vanguard College Prep

Role Description As an Essay Specialist, you will: - Provide asynchronous revision and feedback to high school students on their application essays. - Work on a project basis on both narrative and supplemental essays. - Collaborate with teams to provide in-depth feedback on essay drafts, conducting any necessary editing work along the way. - Model professionalism and strong organizational skills by managing students’ production schedules, communicating with team members in a timely manner, and tracking/logging hours worked. Work: - Fixed Flex Schedule with Core Hours. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree or higher from US schools. - Ideally a minimum of 2 years of editing experience, preferably in college admissions. - 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: - Graduated from a top 50 University. - 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 Workspace, Dropbox, etc. - Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask, balance multiple deadlines, and take responsibility for students’ progress. Benefits - Your feedback won’t just polish essays — it will help students discover their authentic voice and gain admission to schools that change their lives. - Opportunities to take on leadership roles, train new specialists, and contribute to innovative writing curriculum development. - Distinctive and individualized approach to creative writing and expression with a strong track record of producing top-tier written work. - Elite team of instructors, counselors, and specialists from top universities across the nation who are passionate about fostering student success. - Join a tight-knit team of educators who share resources, celebrate wins, and support each other through ongoing professional development and mentorship. - Quickly-growing start-up environment that emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and mentorship. Compensation - Starting Pay: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour depending on education, experience, and skill. - Remote work. - Flexible Schedule. - Career growth opportunities.

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