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Education Counselor roles at Crimson Education involve guiding students through competitive university admissions, from strategy to application. Crimson has a track record of sponsoring H-1B visas for this function, making it a realistic target for international candidates with counseling or education backgrounds seeking long-term U.S. employment.
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Crimson Education is a global EdTech company founded in 2013 with the idea that through personalised education and technology, we can transform students into the world leaders of tomorrow. We’re the world’s leading college admissions consultancy, with over 1,330 Ivy League offers and 2,140 to the US Top 15. With a passionate team of 800+ that's rapidly expanding across 30 markets, our unique tech platform connects expert-led guidance and proven data-driven strategies from 3,000 tutors and mentors with students worldwide. We help ambitious students unlock their dream career pathways, and Crimson students are 7x more likely to get into the Ivy League. What sets us apart is our unmatched scale and expertise. We have the largest team of Former Admissions Officers and College Counselors globally. Every student is matched with a carefully-chosen team of admissions experts who laser focus on different parts of their college application — from essays to extracurriculars — ensuring every detail is expertly executed. Valued at over $1B NZD and backed by over $147M NZD in funding from top-tier global investors, including Tiger Global and Ice House Ventures, we are just getting started. We were recently featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Admissions Counselors (or in Crimson-speak, Strategy Consultants) are exemplars of Crimson Education’s philosophy dedicated to making a difference in students’ lives, helping bridge gaps between present and future goals by personalising blueprints that will become the basis of all academic, extracurricular and personal development. You will partner closely with the student and lead the Crimson team (tutors, mentors, consultants) to drive progress through long-term roadmaps and mentoring to build their candidacy through the application processes.
What Success Looks Like:
- Provide overarching admissions strategies to students by creating individualized plans and executing on them in collaboration with the rest of the students’ Crimson team (Educational Coordinators, Academic Tutors, Application Consultants, Capstone Mentors)
- Maintain expert knowledge of high school curricula, extracurricular and leadership choices, summer program applications, and standardized test planning to make recommendations regarding admissions strategies
- Utilize in-depth knowledge of institutions of higher learning to guide students and parents towards attainable school goals, working with them to create lists of best-fit schools of varied competition to maximize acceptance chances
- Conduct formal consulting sessions with students on a bi-monthly basis, chronicling and sharing with relevant stakeholders notes and action items
- Maintain reasonable levels of communication with students and families outside of formal sessions through various channels (e.g. email, etc.)
- Facilitate or lead development and presentation of marketing materials for seminars or expositions in local markets
- Collaborate with local Sales teams in Initial Consultations to facilitate potential client investment and understanding in Crimson’s products and services
- Assist with Product and Resource Development initiatives to better our service
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduated from a Top 30 US University, Ivy League strongly preferred
- At least 3 years of 1:1 undergraduate admissions consulting experience with 40+ students applying to top universities with excellent results
- Deep industry knowledge of admissions consulting and the US university landscape
- Passion for coaching young adults and appreciation of global perspectives
- Superior planning and organisational skills; experience in project management, event coordination, and product management a plus
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Resilience when working independently under pressure
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Be a part of the world's leading admissions consulting firm
- Rapidly growing start up, with a flexible working environment where you will be empowered to structure how you work
- Limitless development and exposure - our internal promotions/role changes made up 33% of all recruitment last year
- $1000 NZD individual training budget per year, we love to ‘Level Up’ (it’s one of our core values)!
- Psychologist on staff
- Insightful fireside chats and workshops to help support our high-performing and ambitious team
- Radical Candor is a feedback approach we live by
- We’re a global player with 28 markets (and growing) across the globe. Most roles have the option to work from one of our many offices or remotely!
If you're passionate about growing in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and want to work with cutting-edge technology then we'd love to hear from you! Please keep an eye on your spam / junk email folder for correspondence from Team Tailor.
INTRODUCTION
Crimson Education is a global EdTech company founded in 2013 with the idea that through personalised education and technology, we can transform students into the world leaders of tomorrow. We’re the world’s leading college admissions consultancy, with over 1,330 Ivy League offers and 2,140 to the US Top 15. With a passionate team of 800+ that's rapidly expanding across 30 markets, our unique tech platform connects expert-led guidance and proven data-driven strategies from 3,000 tutors and mentors with students worldwide. We help ambitious students unlock their dream career pathways, and Crimson students are 7x more likely to get into the Ivy League. What sets us apart is our unmatched scale and expertise. We have the largest team of Former Admissions Officers and College Counselors globally. Every student is matched with a carefully-chosen team of admissions experts who laser focus on different parts of their college application — from essays to extracurriculars — ensuring every detail is expertly executed. Valued at over $1B NZD and backed by over $147M NZD in funding from top-tier global investors, including Tiger Global and Ice House Ventures, we are just getting started. We were recently featured on the front page of the Wall Street Journal.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Admissions Counselors (or in Crimson-speak, Strategy Consultants) are exemplars of Crimson Education’s philosophy dedicated to making a difference in students’ lives, helping bridge gaps between present and future goals by personalising blueprints that will become the basis of all academic, extracurricular and personal development. You will partner closely with the student and lead the Crimson team (tutors, mentors, consultants) to drive progress through long-term roadmaps and mentoring to build their candidacy through the application processes.
What Success Looks Like:
- Provide overarching admissions strategies to students by creating individualized plans and executing on them in collaboration with the rest of the students’ Crimson team (Educational Coordinators, Academic Tutors, Application Consultants, Capstone Mentors)
- Maintain expert knowledge of high school curricula, extracurricular and leadership choices, summer program applications, and standardized test planning to make recommendations regarding admissions strategies
- Utilize in-depth knowledge of institutions of higher learning to guide students and parents towards attainable school goals, working with them to create lists of best-fit schools of varied competition to maximize acceptance chances
- Conduct formal consulting sessions with students on a bi-monthly basis, chronicling and sharing with relevant stakeholders notes and action items
- Maintain reasonable levels of communication with students and families outside of formal sessions through various channels (e.g. email, etc.)
- Facilitate or lead development and presentation of marketing materials for seminars or expositions in local markets
- Collaborate with local Sales teams in Initial Consultations to facilitate potential client investment and understanding in Crimson’s products and services
- Assist with Product and Resource Development initiatives to better our service
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduated from a Top 30 US University, Ivy League strongly preferred
- At least 3 years of 1:1 undergraduate admissions consulting experience with 40+ students applying to top universities with excellent results
- Deep industry knowledge of admissions consulting and the US university landscape
- Passion for coaching young adults and appreciation of global perspectives
- Superior planning and organisational skills; experience in project management, event coordination, and product management a plus
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Resilience when working independently under pressure
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Be a part of the world's leading admissions consulting firm
- Rapidly growing start up, with a flexible working environment where you will be empowered to structure how you work
- Limitless development and exposure - our internal promotions/role changes made up 33% of all recruitment last year
- $1000 NZD individual training budget per year, we love to ‘Level Up’ (it’s one of our core values)!
- Psychologist on staff
- Insightful fireside chats and workshops to help support our high-performing and ambitious team
- Radical Candor is a feedback approach we live by
- We’re a global player with 28 markets (and growing) across the globe. Most roles have the option to work from one of our many offices or remotely!
If you're passionate about growing in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and want to work with cutting-edge technology then we'd love to hear from you! Please keep an eye on your spam / junk email folder for correspondence from Team Tailor.
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Frame Your Credentials for U.S. Specialty Occupation Standards
H-1B eligibility requires your role to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field is a normal requirement. Counseling, education, psychology, or a related discipline strengthens your case over a general degree.
Target Crimson's High-Volume Hiring Cycles
Crimson Education recruits Education Counselors in waves tied to admissions seasons. Applying in late summer or early fall positions you ahead of peak hiring, giving more lead time for H-1B cap filing before the April 1 registration window opens.
Demonstrate Subject-Matter Depth Beyond General Advising
Crimson values counselors with expertise in specific admission ecosystems, such as U.S. Ivy League, UK Oxbridge, or med school pathways. Positioning yourself as a specialist in one pipeline, rather than a generalist, makes sponsorship easier to justify internally.
Clarify Sponsorship Willingness Before Final Interview Rounds
Ask directly during recruiter screening whether H-1B sponsorship is available for the specific Education Counselor vacancy you're applying for. Crimson's global structure means sponsorship decisions can vary by team, region, or headcount approval.
Understand the H-1B Timeline Before Accepting an Offer
If you're outside H-1B status, USCIS requires registration in March and cap-subject approval before you can start. Build at least six months of buffer into your expected start date conversation with Crimson's hiring team to avoid misaligned expectations.
Use Migrate Mate to Find Open Roles Filtered by Sponsorship
Searching broadly across job boards wastes time on roles that won't sponsor. Migrate Mate lets you filter Education Counselor openings at Crimson Education specifically by visa sponsorship eligibility, so every application you send is already a realistic opportunity.
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Find Education Counselor at Crimson Education JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Crimson Education sponsor H-1B visas for Education Counselors?
Yes, Crimson Education has sponsored H-1B visas for Education Counselor roles. Sponsorship is not guaranteed for every open position, so confirm with the recruiter early in the process. Because H-1B is cap-subject, timing matters: USCIS registration opens in March, and your start date needs to account for the October 1 cap-subject start date.
How do I apply for Education Counselor jobs at Crimson Education?
You can browse and apply for Education Counselor positions at Crimson Education through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship eligibility. When applying, tailor your application to highlight experience with specific admissions pipelines, such as U.S. or UK university systems. Crimson recruits globally, so remote and in-person openings both appear across their listings.
Which visa types are commonly used for Education Counselor roles at Crimson Education?
The H-1B is the primary work visa Crimson Education has used for Education Counselors. Australian citizens may also explore the E-3 visa as an alternative with no lottery requirement. Candidates already on OPT or STEM OPT can often start immediately while an H-1B petition is pending, provided the employer files on time.
What qualifications does Crimson Education expect for Education Counselor roles?
Crimson typically expects a bachelor's degree in education, psychology, counseling, or a closely related field, along with direct experience guiding students through competitive admissions processes. Familiarity with U.S. college applications, standardized testing structures, or postgraduate admissions adds meaningful weight. Prior experience at a tutoring company, university admissions office, or similar education services firm is a strong differentiator.
How do I plan my timeline if Crimson Education agrees to sponsor my H-1B?
Once you have a signed offer, your employer's immigration attorney files the H-1B registration with USCIS during the March window. If selected in the lottery, the full petition is filed by June 30 for an October 1 start date. Plan for a gap of several months between offer and your first day, and clarify with Crimson whether they cover legal fees.
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