Associate Director of Admissions

Associate Director of Admissions Greenwich, CT Job Details 19 hours ago Qualifications Student recruitment Event coordination Student information system Mid-level Databases Bachelor's degree Montessori Enrollment management Cross-functional collaboration Communication skills Teaching Full Job Description Are you a passionate lifelong-learner who finds joy in a dynamic school community that will challenge you to be your best? We're a community of educators dedicated to helping students develop a passion for learning while empowering them to become open-minded, principled citizens in a global community. Whitby's faculty and staff are passionate about teaching because we ourselves are passionate about learning. In addition to specific openings listed below, Whitby always welcomes inquiries from interested in candidates who have an interest in joining our professional community. Educators with experience teaching in Montessori and International Baccalaureate are strongly encouraged contact our academic leadership: Jess Bradfield, Head of the Whitby Montessori Children's House (preschool through kindergarten) Laura McDermott, Head of Lower School (Grades 1-4) Michelle Jones, Head of Middle School (Grades 5-8) Associate Director of Admissions The Associate Director of Admissions plays a significant role in shaping the initial impressions and ongoing experiences of families throughout the student application and enrollment process. This person understands and exhibits a professional manner at all times, realizing appearance, actions and comments are a reflection upon the school. The Associate Director of Admissions attends admission and communication events, as well as other school events as requested.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborate with the Director of Admissions to oversee all aspects of the admissions process, including communication with prospects, applicants, and incoming students, reviewing applications, and promoting the retention of accepted students to matriculation. Assist with planning and implementing open houses, new family events, and various other admissions activities, to promote recruitment and retention efforts. Meet with prospective students and their families during campus visits and lead campus tours. Assist in the tracking of admissions data. Implement and manage the Host Family Program. Maintain and update New Family Portal. Work closely with Marketing and Development Departments, as well as Heads of Section.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree or higher required. Knowledge of Montessori and/or IB education preferred. Prior experience in a school environment, preferably within an admissions department Competency with the use of technology; including student information database systems, preferably Veracross. Ability to work collaboratively as a team as well as independently. Strong verbal and written communication skills required. Must be friendly, outgoing and comfortable interacting with a wide audience of faculty, students, and within the community. Must be available and open to working a variable schedule including some nights, weekends for scheduled events throughout the year. If you are interested in the Associate Director of Admissions position, please send your resume and cover letter to . Whitby School uses the services of E-Verify® during the new hire onboarding process. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Whitby is committed to supporting a diverse community. In keeping with this commitment, Whitby abides by applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate in any of its policies or educational programs on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability or any other category protected by law.