Mock Interviewer – Independent School Admissions

About Us

At Henry Charles Consulting, we believe that education opens the door to endless possibilities. We support families with clear guidance, thoughtful strategy, and genuine integrity as they navigate the world of private, boarding, and international school admissions. Our approach is highly personalized, we create a plan that fits each student, whether they’re gifted, working through learning differences, or in need of a more specialized or therapeutic setting. Our goal is simple: to help every child find the school environment where they can grow, thrive, and feel confident about their future. We also help students with athletic advising, executive function coaching, summer program placement, and college counseling. Whether they’re preparing for something competitive or just looking to grow, our goal is to guide them clearly, support them fully, and help them step into new opportunities with confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct 1:1 mock admissions interviews for students and parents applying to independent K–12 schools.
• Provide detailed verbal and written feedback tailored to each student's communication skills, presentation, and readiness.
• Guide students on interview etiquette, self-presentation, and age-appropriate personal narratives.
• Collaborate with the HCC team to ensure consistency with each student's Blueprint and admissions strategy.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and timely communication with families and internal team members.

Required Qualifications

• At least 5 years of professional experience in an independent-school admissions office or a K–12 educational setting

(e.g., Admissions, teacher, division head, dean, or counselor).

• Direct experience interviewing families or students

in an admissions context is strongly preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Deep understanding of independent-school culture, communication norms, and admissions criteria.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to provide supportive, actionable coaching to students ranging from elementary to high school.

Additional Preferred Experience

• Previous experience at competitive private/independent day or boarding schools.
• Familiarity with middle-school and high-school application processes, including SSAT/ISEE interviews and parent conversations.
• Background in student advising, coaching, or counseling.

Compensation

• Hourly rate

based on experience level , seniority, and prior admissions background.

• This is an

independent contractor position with flexible, as-needed scheduling. How to Apply: To apply, please click the Apply button on this posting or send your CV and a brief statement of interest to: Email: [email protected] Website: https://henrycharlesconsulting.com/