Financial Aid Advisor

Financial Aid Advisor

Location: Work from Anywhere

Want to revolutionize the future ofeducationanddo meaningful work that transforms future generations lives?

CrimsonEducationis a Series C, global EdTech startup founded in 2013 with the idea that through personalizededucationand technology, we can transform students into the world leaders of tomorrow. Were now in 28 markets and have an ambitious team of 700 thats rapidly expanding across the globe. Our tech platform connects 3000 tutors/mentors to students aiming to achieve admission and scholarships to top universities or their dream career pathway.

This is apart-time remote position. The position is open to applicants based in any country. Hours will vary weekly. Position is most active from September to February.

The purpose of this role is to oversee smooth customer experience in Crimsons FInancial Aid Consulting programs, by:

1. Guiding students and parents/ guardians through the US Financial Aid Application process, from introduction to application submission

2.Developing resources to facilitate ease with the US Financial Aid process

What are the main responsibilities for this role?

• Providing overview presentations on the Financial Aid Application process
• Providing advice on which schools to apply to based on students financial need
• Communicating session takeaways with students and the rest of their Crimson team
• Holding individual advising meetings to provide step-by-step guidance on which forms families should fill out and how to do so correctly
• Reviewing financial aid applications
• Helping students choose and apply to merit-based scholarships
• Updating and creating new resources to help families navigate the process

What skills and experience are required?

• • Responsiveness and reliability
  • Communication across cultures
  • English fluency
  • Information management and organization
  • Financial management
  • Discretion, confidentiality, and patience are critical competencies for this position
  • Ideal candidates will have attended a US University, and will be familiar with the US financial aid application process, including the CSS profile and FAFSA

Why work for Crimson?

• Rapidly growing start up, with aflexibleworking 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 individual training budget per year, we love to Level Up (its 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
• Were 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!