Admissions Director

Location

Costa Mesa, California

Location

Full Time

Location

66k-80k

Admissions Director

Job Category:  Administration

Opening Statement

Job Summary

The Admissions Director is responsible for strategically planning all aspects of enrollment with the goal of achieving full classes.

About

WSOC Mission

WSOC offers a curriculum that meets the students’ age-related capacities and fosters in each student a genuine interest in the world, an intellectual curiosity, a connection to the human spirit, and a sense of purpose in life.

Essential Job Duties

Skills and Competencies

  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to organize and multi-task
  • Experience in supervising a team is beneficial
  • The ability to maintain confidentiality is a must
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Platform and have a solid foundation of computer proficiency
  • Able to foster a strong spirit of teamwork amongst colleagues

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive.

  • Manages inquiries and meets with prospective families.
  • Conducts Pre-Interview Screenings
  • Scheduling and Conducting Family Interviews
  • Arranging for Class Visits for students
  • Maintains relationships with those in Wait Pools
  • Arranges and hosts new/potential Parent Meetings and Tours, including, but not limited to, Walk Through the Grades (6-8 annually), Early Childhood Information Evenings and Morning in the Kindergartens, High School Open House, 8th Grade High School Visit Day, and New Family Welcome
  • Coordinates first grade assessments with the Resource Teacher
  • Writes and distributes welcome letters to all new students and rising 1st Graders
  • Represents WSOC at Enrollment Conferences
  • Maintains consistent faculty communication regarding enrollment
  • Supervises the Registrar/Admissions Assistant and provides annual review of employee
  • Partners with the Marketing Director to advise BMG about pricing strategies, customer needs and satisfaction
  • Partners with the Marketing Director in creating flyers, brochures and promotional enrollment materials
  • Serves as an Editor, when needed, for school communications
  • Maintains awareness of comparable educational institutions in Orange County
  • Maintains Admissions Budget
  • Attends school meetings including, but not limited to, Directors Meeting, All-Staff Meeting, Monthly Board Meeting, departmental meetings, and leads Admissions Task Force Meeting.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

  • BA degree or equivalent
  • 3+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Familiarity and understanding of Waldorf Education

Employment Details

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

To Apply

HOW TO APPLY

Send a letter of interest, resume and three references to Kevin McDuff, School Administrator, at kmcduff@waldorfschool.com.

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