Admissions Assessor Position Available In New York, New York

Admissions Assessor
Seasonal
Seasonal
New York, NY, US
4 days ago

Requisition ID:

1625

Salary Range:

$40.00 To $40.00 Annually
Who we are?
Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves a diverse community of about 1,700 students on two campuses — one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx and the other in Manhattan. What is essential about working at our school?
The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of equity and inclusion deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace diversity of ancestry, family, identity, culture, and beliefs and seek a student body and faculty that reflect the pluralism and socio-economic diversity of metropolitan New York. We affirm both our differences and commonalities and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students’ cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives and see the world beyond the self. We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue about living and learning in a diverse environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic, and progressive school a reality. Position Summary
ECFS is seeking a qualified seasonal early childhood professional who will work in the admissions office conducting playgroups for candidates applying to grades PreK-1st. The early childhood professional will work with a team to assess a group of children daily and produce a written assessment of each candidate. The assessor will also be required to conduct school visits to observe and assess applicant behavior at various nursery schools throughout New York City. This is a part time position from October-February. The hiring rate for this position is $40.00 per hour. When determining the salary for an offer, ECFS considers factors including, but not limited to: the scope and responsibilities of the position, internal peer equity, key skills required for the role, the candidate’s work experience, education and training, as well as market and organizational considerations.
Please note that this is an onsite role and not performed remotely. Ethical Culture Fieldston School retains its right to modify job duties in accordance with changing operational needs
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities of Admissions Assessor will include:
Preparing for and communicating details about each candidate to admission team;
Writing detailed assessments of each candidate;
Ensuring confidentiality of candidate information as necessary;
Fostering positive relationships with team members and various stakeholders;
Motivating and inspiring the team and coworkers to achieve goals; and
Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned.
Qualifications
The successful incumbent will possess:
A Bachelor’s degree;
At least two years of prior early childhood education experience, preferably in an independent school setting;
A high degree of organization, resourcefulness, and attention to detail; Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills to effectively communicate initiatives, facilitate discussions, and present to various levels of stakeholders; A strong ability to multitask and shift priorities without compromising on the quality of work;
The ability to identify issues quickly and problem solve accordingly, and to remain calm in stressful situations that may arise;
The ability to handle confidential materials with discretion while maintaining a high level of integrity;
A willingness to learn and embrace new ideas and procedures and a consistent initiative to help streamline processes and improve efficiencies;
The ability to work collaboratively in group settings, as well as independently, to meet project goals and team needs; A positive attitude and the ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback; Proficiency in utilizing and learning new technologies (i.e., Google Workspace tools); Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance; and The ability to cultivate a welcoming culture in which all members of our community feel valued and appreciated.
To All candidates should visit our employment page at to apply. Please send a resume and contact information for three references. EEO
ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to be a welcoming community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. We are committed to hiring practices that ensure all candidates are given fair consideration in alignment with our institutional mission and goals.