Class 101 of Camarillo is looking for a strong writer and thoughtful editor to collaborate with our college planning team and support high school students with college application essays, personal statements, UC Personal Insight Questions, Common App essays, and supplemental essays.
This is a part-time, flexible role ideal for someone who enjoys mentoring students, understands storytelling, and can help students express their ideas clearly, authentically, and effectively.
Responsibilities:
- Edit college application essays for clarity, structure, tone, grammar, and impact
- Provide constructive feedback while preserving the student’s authentic voice
- Support students with UC PIQs, Common App essays, supplemental essays, scholarship essays, and activity descriptions
- Collaborate with the college counselor to align essays with each student’s overall application strategy
- Meet with students individually, in person or online, as needed
- Track progress and meet agreed-upon deadlines
Ideal Qualifications:
- Strong writing, editing, and communication skills
- Experience with college essays, admissions writing, tutoring, teaching, journalism, creative writing, or academic writing
- Ability to work with high school students in a supportive and encouraging way
- Strong attention to detail
- Familiarity with UC applications, Common App, or college admissions is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree required; English, writing, education, communications, humanities, or related field preferred
We are looking for someone who is:
- Patient, warm, and student-centered
- Excellent at helping students find their voice
- Comfortable giving clear and honest feedback
- Organized and deadline-conscious
- Collaborative and professional
Position Details:
- Part-time, flexible schedule
- Mostly remote, with possible in-person meetings in Camarillo
- Seasonal workload, with heavier demand during college application season
- Compensation based on experience
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief note about your writing/editing experience. Writing samples or examples of prior essay coaching/editing experience are welcome.
Class 101 of Camarillo helps students and families navigate the college planning and application process with personalized guidance, strategy, and support.
Pay: $30.00 - $60.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- What experience do you have working with students for college essay writing if any? If not what experience/skills do you think would help you succeed in this role?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Camarillo, CA 93010
