Associate Director of Admission, Grades 7-12 - Annapolis, United States - KEY SCHOOL

KEY SCHOOL
KEY SCHOOL
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Annapolis, United States

2 weeks ago

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Description

Position Type: 12 month, 1 FTE


Reporting to the Director of Enrollment and Outreach, the Associate Director of Admission is responsible for the lead generation and cultivation of prospective students and families in grades 7-12.

As the lead counselor and ambassador for these grades, this position requires strong personal outreach and relationship-building skills, as well as a command of Key's curriculum and programmatic offerings.

The Associate Director of Admission is detail-oriented, adaptable, thrives in a team-first environment and can
seamlessly pivot between job responsibilities.


Responsibilities:


  • Timely followup with leads, inquiries and applicants
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with "sending schools"
  • Leveraging the CRM functionality of Finalsite Enroll to optimize outreach and engagement
  • Representing Key at school fairs and outreach events
  • Assist with the planning and execution of admission events as needed
  • Conducting tours and mentoring the Gold Key Student Ambassadors
  • Counseling families at every point in the admission process, from initial contact to enrollment
  • Scheduling student shadow days in grades 7 and
  • Coordinating Admission Committee meetings grades grades 71
  • Maintaining a thorough knowledge of Middle and Upper School curricula and programs
  • Coordinating the math and language placement testing for new 712 grade students each spring
  • Inclusive and Equitable: Ability to authentically communicate and partner with a diverse population of students and families to ensure the admission and enrollment processes are inclusive, accessible and unbiased.
  • Discretion/Judgment: Commitment to exercise confidentiality and discretion in all matters, including admission, enrollment and financial aid.
  • Team Player: Building relationships and partnering with committees, the Middle and Upper School Division Heads, parent ambassadors and admission colleagues are essential in this role.
  • Flexible/Resilient: Responding to new challenges and emergent needs with a growth mindset and solutionoriented approach.
  • Understands and supports Key's Mission and approach to teaching and learning, and demonstrates the capacity to be an effective ambassador of Key School.

Qualifications:


  • Bachelor's degree; Master's degree preferred
  • Experience as an admission counselor, faculty member and/or administrator in independent schools
  • Proven track record of supporting a missiondriven organization while meeting the needs of, and catering to, prospective students/families/clients.

Physical Requirements:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully
perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform essential functions. The ability to navigate stairs as part of daily routines; mobility
around a mid-sized campus with uneven pavement. The ability to maneuver as necessary within a regular
classroom; and the ability to rearrange furniture for activities is occasionally required.


Compensation/Benefits:


Key School offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, a generous 403(b) Plan, and much more.


Technical Competencies:


Work Schedule/Travel:


Occasionally, there are school functions that will require your presence to work flexible hours, including nights and travel outside of Annapolis.


About the School
Founded in 1958 by professors from St. John's College, Key School engages children from 2.5 years of age
through grade 12 in a progressive, coeducational, college-preparatory program on its picturesque 15-acre
campus 4 miles from downtown Annapolis.

Key School is a dynamic, tight-knit community deeply committed to ensuring students are supported and
challenged to excel educationally and personally and be confident, courageous, critical thinkers prepared to
engage with the world. Our Community is as diverse as it is warm and welcoming.


Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
learn and grow both as individuals and as a school community when students and adults of diverse
backgrounds, abilities and identities develop an understanding of and respect for our commonalities and
differences. Together, we have created a community that reflects diversity across a broad spectrum and
will help fulfill Key's promise to prepare our students for the challenges and responsibilities they will
assume in an increasingly connected yet diverse and pluralistic world. The diverse student body is 42%
students of color, and 33% of our students receive financial aid to create a socioeconomically diverse
community. Learn more about our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at Key.
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