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Posted: 25-Apr-23
Location: New York, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $125,000 - $130,000
Required Education:
Manhattan Country School is a PreK-8th grade co-educational elementary school in New York City, where its commitment to the principles of equity and inclusion make it unique among independent schools in the area. MCS is recognized for its strong academic program, unparalleled economic and cultural diversity, and one-of-a-kind environmental literacy program that features a working farm in the Catskills. The school’s educational philosophy relies on educators possessing a strong knowledge of child development and the ability to apply it to pedagogies of inquiry and effective learning along with nurturing the exuberance and curiosity of all children. Staff members work together to build a community where multiple perspectives are valued and share a desire to work collaboratively towards social and environmental justice.
Manhattan Country School (MCS) seeks a full-time Director of Admissions and Enrollment to begin in late June or early July 2023. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic spokesperson for the MCS educational experience, passionate about progressive education and a skilled navigator of relationships between families and schools. They enjoy being an accessible participant in a school community and invested in fostering connections with students, parents, faculty and prospective families. As a member of a leadership team tasked with defining and achieving MCS enrollment goals, this position reports directly to the Director of Administration who in turn reports to the Board of Trustees.
Responsibilities include:
- Leads all aspects of the admissions and enrollment process (marketing and communications, inquires, applications, playgroups, school visits for applicants, working with accepted and enrolled families)
- Works collaboratively with Division Directors to track, manage and minimize attrition
- Engages with the Communications and Advancement teams to ensure clear, consistent messaging that distinguishes MCS from competitive schools
- Works closely with Finance to track and project enrollment goals
- Articulates the MCS mission and the value of an MCS education clearly and compellingly
- Prepares monthly statistical reports to track admissions and enrollment and determines where strategies need to be adjusted
- Develops and implements data-driven strategies to ensure admissions and enrollment goals are met
- Oversees and supports team of two (2) to meet goals of the department
- Develops relationships with early childhood directors at independent, public, religious and charter schools, as well as educational consultants
- Spearheads efforts to welcome and integrate new families into the MCS community
- Develops, motivates and manages an internal team of parents, students, faculty and staff to support admissions work
- Maintains an active presence and full participation in MCS community events
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Demonstrated commitment to the school’s vision and mission
- Ability to articulate the value of progressive education
- Master’s degree in education or related field
- A minimum of five years of admissions/enrollment experience at a comparable institution
- Strong interpersonal skills with adults and children of diverse backgrounds
- Experience working collaboratively in an inclusive community
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed
- Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, Google, etc.)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Organizational and project management skills, including the ability to delegate
To apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume to HR@manhattancountryschool.org with “Director of Admissions & Enrollment'' in the subject line. No phone calls, please. For more information, please see www.manhattancountryschool.org.
The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $130,000.
Manhattan Country School is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
