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Posted: 03-May-22
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Type: Full Time
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William Penn Charter School is a Quaker, coeducational, pre-K-12 independent, day school in the East Falls neighborhood of Philadelphia. Established in 1689 by William Penn and members of the Religious Society of Friends, Penn Charter is a community guided by Quaker testimonies and the central belief that there is "that of God" in every person. A school community that honors difference, Penn Charter seeks to be a place where diversity is understood, represented and valued. Our curriculum embraces a plurality of cultures and celebrates an array of voices, instilling in us a deeper understanding and empathy for individuals in this community and the world.
As our mission states, we value scholarship and inquiry. With excellence as our standard, we challenge students in a vigorous program of academics, arts and athletics. Through global connections, civic engagement and a focus on environmental sustainability, we inspire students to be thinkers, collaborators, innovators and leaders. We educate students to live lives that make a difference.
Position Summary
William Penn Charter School seeks a full time Associate Director for Lower School Admissions who will oversee the admissions process for the division. This 12-month position works closely with the full admissions team as well as the lower school faculty and staff. While the successful candidate will likely have previous experience in enrollment and admissions, they should also have a desire for professional growth and exhibit skills to build positive and meaningful relationships with students, colleagues, administrators, and parents in a manner consistent with the School's mission. Familiarity with the principles and practices of Quakerism and Quaker education is highly desirable.
Essential Functions
Recruitment
- Design, review, and implement admissions practices that encourage families to consider applying to and enrolling at Penn Charter
- Share information about Penn Charter’s mission and vision with prospective families
- Represent Penn Charter at school visits, conferences, fairs, and other events
- Assist with on-campus, off-campus, and virtual recruitment events
- Understand Penn Charter’s Lower School curriculum and highlights to share with prospective families
- Work with Lower School faculty and parent representatives to enroll admitted students
Admissions Process
- Determine students’ eligibility for admission and success at Penn Charter
- Review complete applications
- Communicate with families about the admissions process and timelines
- Maintain a positive customer service approach and demeanor when interacting and communicating with prospective families and community members
- Conduct admissions committees to make the best decisions for the school and the applicant
- Provide support for and/or supervise short-term projects in the Admissions Office
Other Duties
- Serve as a member of the Lower School Administrative Team
- Serve on divisional and school wide committees; attend department and divisional faculty meetings
- Proctor recess and lunch duties according to a rotational schedule
- Participate in occasional evening and weekend admission and community events
- Other duties as assigned by the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, and Director of Enrollment Management, or their designee
Competencies
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Demonstrate a willingness to collaborate regularly with members of the admissions team and overall school community
- Demonstrate practices that directly reflect a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of service to Penn Charter
- Commitment to the traditions and philosophy of Quaker education
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Availability to support occasional evening and weekend events
- Ability to multitask and prioritize work
- Collaborative and flexible approach to work
Physical Demands:
- Intermittent or prolonged periods of sitting and standing
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions
Required Education and Experience
- Minimum of a bachelor’s degree required
- Previous admissions or lower school teaching experience
Salary and benefits
- William Penn Charter School offers competitive salaries and comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
- William Penn Charter School is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.
We will review application materials as they are submitted and interview candidates on a rolling basis until the position has been filled.
Prior to hiring, we ask all potential employees to be vaccinated and protected from the life-threatening impact of COVID 19. At Penn Charter we have supported our community's efforts to eradicate the spread of COVID 19 by facilitating access to Covid-19 vaccinations for all current employees and eligible students.
William Penn Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.