About the Role
At Estrela Consulting, we believe that every student deserves to feel supported, understood, and empowered as they navigate their college journey. If you are energized by guiding young people, building meaningful relationships, and contributing to a positive, inclusive team culture, this role might be your next great move.
We are growing and seeking full-time, Ohio-based College Planning Consultants to join our high-performing virtual team in 2026. This is an opportunity to bring your expertise, creativity, and passion to a firm known for exceptional client service and a values-driven approach. You’ll work directly with students and families from around the world, delivering personalized guidance through one of the most important milestones of their lives.
Experience in college admissions, school counseling, or independent educational consulting is required.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience in college admissions, school counseling, or independent educational consulting.
Outstanding communication skills - written, verbal, and interpersonal.
Ability to build rapport with a diverse range of students and families.
A proactive, organized, self-starter mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.
Tech fluency (G-Suite required; experience with CRMs a plus).
Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical practice.
Preferred
Membership in IECA or the eligibility to join.
Experience working with high-expectation or high-touch client populations.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Founded in 2008, Estrela Consulting is a full-service educational consulting firm based in Ohio. We offer a comprehensive college planning program, guiding our students through their entire college admission journey. Our services include assistance with the college search process, practice interviewing, application and essay review, guidance with the scholarship/financial aid process, and aptitudes/career assessments. Our highly individualized approach has helped students from around the world find the “right fit” academically, socially, and financially at colleges across the U.S. and abroad.