Essay Specialist (FT) - Remote Job at Vanguard College Prep, Remote

b1NWVUN5aXZXQlJwdklEK3VZSlFsMDRML1E9PQ==
  • Vanguard College Prep
  • Remote

Job Description

About us:

Do you love storytelling and want to make a lasting impact on students' lives? Vanguard College Prep is seeking full-time Essay Specialists to help high schoolers craft authentic, powerful application essays. Our specialists don't just edit words — they shape futures. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture of top-tier educators, this is a chance to grow with a company that values both excellence and balance.

As an Essay Specialist, job description:
  • Provide asynchronous revision and feedback to high school students on their application essays
  • Work on a project basis on both narrative and supplemental essays
  • Collaborating 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

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher 
  • 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.

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

  • Your feedback won't just polish essays — it will help students discover their authentic voice and gain admission to schools that change their lives.
  • As Vanguard continues to expand, we offer 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 – $23.00 per hour depending on education, experience, and skill
    • Health, dental, vision
    • PTO + paid holidays
      Remote flexibility
    • Professional development opportunities

About Us:

At Vanguard College Prep, we guide ambitious high school students toward achieving their college and career goals. We specialize in personalized admissions counseling, standardized test preparation, and long-term academic mentoring for families who expect the highest standard of service. Our mission is to empower students to reach their full potential by helping them navigate the increasingly competitive U.S. and international admissions landscape.

Job Tags

Remote job, Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

Blake Smith Staffing, LLC

Junior IT Security Technician Job at Blake Smith Staffing, LLC

 ...Job Title: Information Security Analyst Overview: The Information Security Analyst is responsible for conducting risk assessments, identifying vulnerabilities, delivering security training, and supporting the enforcement of security policies and controls. This role... 

Insight Global

Product Owner Job at Insight Global

Job DescriptionA healthcare company is looking to hire a Product Owner for one of their scrum teams. This person will act as the liaison between the business and software development teams. They will be responsible for the following:- Gathering and translating business... 

OJ Digital Solutions

e-Commerce / Amazon Graphic Designer - Infographics, Packaging & Logos Job at OJ Digital Solutions

 ...OJ Digital Solutions is seeking a motivated and experienced Graphic Designer to join our 100% remote team as a contract / per-task based...  ...mainly for Amazon and other ecommerce platforms. # Create packaging designs # Create logo/branding designs # Print design (flyers... 

SMSI

Service Plumber Job at SMSI

 ...are looking for a personable, problem-solving, and experienced plumber to join our team. You'll be responsible for a variety of work orders...  ...SMSI is dedicated to providing the highest quality mechanical services performed in an honest, dependable, and efficient manner. SMSI... 

The Symicor Group

Lending System Administrator - To 100K - Hybrid Remote (Waukesha, WI) - Job # 2 Job at The Symicor Group

 ...The Position Our Wisconsin-based bank client is seeking to fill a Hybrid Remote Lending System Administrator role in the Waukesha, WI area. The successful candidate will interact with management to maintain workflow/alignment between business processes and the loan...