Posting Summary: Teachers College, Columbia University seeks knowledgeable, reliable, and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Part-Time (Seasonal) Admission Application Readers for the 2027 application cycle. The individuals in this role will review applications from approximately December 2026 to June 2027 for various graduate degree programs, as needed. Part-Time (Seasonal) Admission Application Readers will report to assigned staff members of the Office of Admission and work under the additional supervision and guidance of relevant program faculty.

Job Summary/Basic Function

Part-Time (Seasonal) Admission Application Readers will be required to:

• Participate in various training sessions via Zoom
• Review approximately 300-600 files across the entire application cycle by target deadlines using an online application system, Technolutions Slate, for an estimated total of 15-30 hours per week (depending on individual reading assignments)
• Review application files in accordance with a designated rubric
• Thoughtfully apply evaluation protocols and knowledge of the program
• Exercise discretion, sensitivity, and professional judgment when managing highly confidential information about applicants and process; candidates must sign a confidentiality agreement
• Communicate with their assigned supervisor about application reading progress on a weekly basis and as requested

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Professionalism and discretion in handling confidential information
• Ability to demonstrate self-direction, motivation and a sense of urgency to achieve goals
• At least one full application cycle of experience as a seasonal, contract, or full-time admissions reader

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the selection and evaluation process related to the admission of students to higher education institutions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage personal reader queues and consistently meet application review deadlines.
• Experience using Technolutions Slate.

Salary Range

$30.00 - $35.00/hr

Work Modality

Remote

Bachelor's degree; at least one full application cycle of experience as a seasonal, contract, or full-time admissions reader; excellent organizational and communication skills; ability to work independently and meet deadlines; confidentiality agreement required.

Key Responsibilities

• reviewing applications
• attending training sessions
• communicating with supervisor

Skills & Tools

Technolutions Slate, Zoom

Job Details

• Category: Administrative & Clerical Support
• Seniority: Entry Level
• Commitment: Part Time, Seasonal
• Workplace: Remote — United States
• Salary: USD 62,400 – 72,800 / year
• Languages: English

About Teachers College

A graduate school of education at Columbia University. — Industry: Education