Join our team at Buckle My Shoe Preschool, a cherished institution in Tribeca with 43 years of nurturing young minds. We pride ourselves on integrating developmentally appropriate education with esteemed pedagogical principles, including the tenets of Jean Piaget, The Bank Street philosophy, and the Reggio Emilia approach.
We are currently seeking a Director of Admissions, someone who embodies warmth, and friendliness, and possesses the ability to forge meaningful connections with parents.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate in the planning of all admissions activities.
- Manage personal communications with prospective and newly admitted families.
- Engage with stakeholders (prospective parents, current parents, teachers, marketing staff, and school administration) to facilitate effective admissions activities.
- Identify feeder schools and educational consultants, fostering communication and relationship-building with them.
- Oversee admissions data and assist in generating reports reflecting admissions activity.
- Monitor various platforms such as school listings, directories, associations, and parent blogs to ensure comprehensive visibility.
- Coordinate individual tours and follow-up playdates.
- Provide diligent follow-up for tour attendance and manage records of tours, open houses, and playdates.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in the admissions office of a NYC independent school.
- Proficiency in public relations, communications, and/or school management.
- Bachelor s Degree required; Master s Degree in a related field highly desired.
- Familiarity with Apple computers and the Google suite (Google Drive).
- Exceptional organizational skills.
- Positive, resourceful, and confident demeanor.
- Diplomatic, collaborative, and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Flexible and enthusiastic about collaborative efforts.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills and an extroverted personality.
Join our team at Buckle My Shoe Preschool and be part of a community dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood education. Apply to embark on a rewarding journey with us!