Admissions Writing Coach / Essay Editor

Admissions Writing Coach / Essay Editor (Remote, Part-Time)
The Admissions Writing Coach is the first expert to work with each student's application materials, helping them turn ordinary drafts into compelling, admissions-committee-ready essays. This role goes well beyond proofreading: coaches strengthen prompt alignment, content, structure, and language while keeping every essay unmistakably the student's own. Coaches work closely with Jack Westin's admissions experts, who hold final say and conduct the last round of review before each submission returns to the student.

Responsibilities

Coach students through personal statements, AMCAS/AACOMAS/TMDSAS activities, most meaningful experiences, secondary essays, MD/PhD essays, letters of intent, and other admissions materials
Provide detailed, substantive feedback on prompt alignment, content, structure, and language, the way a thoughtful admissions committee member would
Model strong writing without writing for the student: draft illustrative examples tailored to the student's real background, then guide them to rewrite in their own words
Research relevant details (programs, diagnoses, clinical settings) so guidance and examples are specific and grounded
Leave a small number of focused margin notes that explain your reasoning and point the student toward their next step
Protect the student's authentic voice at every stage of the process
Lead brainstorming and strategy sessions with students, while the assigned admissions expert remains their primary point of contact
Flag anything needing expert judgment with clear, actionable notes, and document your reasoning so guidance stays consistent across the team
Contribute to educational resources, training materials, and admissions content, and participate in coach training and quality reviews
Meet established turnaround times and quality benchmarks

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing, English, Journalism, Communications, or a related field (Premium Admissions Level)
At least 5 years of professional editing, writing, teaching, publishing, or journalism experience and/or a creative writing certification (Signature Admissions Level)
Exceptional writing, developmental feedback, and coaching skills, with strong command of grammar, style, and mechanics
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
Experience coaching or editing medical school admissions materials preferred
Familiarity with AMCAS, AACOMAS, TMDSAS, and common secondary essay prompt types preferred
Working knowledge of a house style guide and consistency standards preferred