Admission application reader

Job no: 513858

Position type: Interim

Location: New York

Categories: Remote, Admissions

Job Summary / Basic Function:

Teachers College, Columbia University seeks knowledgeable, reliable, and detail-oriented individuals to join our team as Part-Time (Seasonal) Admission Application Readers for the 2026 application cycle. The individuals in this role will review applications from approximately December 2025 to June 2026 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.

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the selection and evaluation process related to the admission of students to higher education institutions.
• Experience using Technolutions Slate.

Salary Range:

$25.00 - $34.00 / hr

Work Modality:

Remote

Equal Employment Opportunity

Teachers College is committed to fostering an inclusive academic community and to providing equal opportunity in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.

If you would like to discuss any disability-related accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, or a similar law, related to applying for employment at Teachers College, Columbia University, please email the Office of Access and Services for Individuals with Disabilities: [email protected]

Advertised: Oct 28, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Nov 17, 2025 Eastern Standard Time