The Associate Director of Enrollment Management is responsible for the development and execution of the admissions process, stewarding families through the admissions process from their first inquiry through their enrollment, and managing efforts to not only yield students at each grade level but also retain families throughout the K-12 educational experience.   Fully engaged in the enrollment cycle, this position includes interviewing candidates, reading application files, and participating in the admissions committee process.  Requisite characteristics include strong organizational skills, enthusiasm in working with students, parents, and faculty, and a willingness to be flexible.

The Associate Director of Enrollment Management will have responsibility in the following areas:

• Developing and cultivating relationships with prospective students and families and serving as the primary point of contact throughout the application and admissions process.
• Supporting the development and implementation of marketing and recruitment strategies in partnership with the Director of Marketing and Communications.
• Welcoming visitors to the school, managing the admissions process, and assisting with all communication to prospective families.
• Overseeing inquiries in the admissions database, including data clean-up and entry.
• Conducting admissions interviews with candidates and parents and processing application materials.
• Developing and implementing both Parent Ambassador and a Student Tour Guide programs.
• Reviewing and evaluating admissions applicants as a member of the Admissions Committees.
• Designing and implementing admissions and enrollment events (open houses, family/student visits, assessments, new student and family events, etc.) that demonstrate best practices for independent schools and which create a sense of belonging.
• Collaborating closely with colleagues to drive prospective family interest, generating affinity, retaining current families, and inspiring engagement.
• Engaging new and returning students and families in each step of the admissions and re-enrollment process, ensuring excellent and individualized communication and experiences.
• Overseeing the collection, maintenance, and analysis of school statistical data (admissions pipeline, demographics, etc.).
• Welcoming new and returning families during Opening Days and engaging in the daily life of the school.
• Leading the school’s campus-wide enrollment efforts by partnering with colleagues to ensure successful student and family transitions, appropriate student assessment, coordination of Admissions Committee, and by building strong relationships between students, families, faculty, and staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Independent school experience required, preferable within the admissions office.
• Ability to effectively communicate in person and in writing.
• Ability to build consensus and collaborate with people at all levels of the organization.
• Promote an ethical climate that balances the needs and demands of multiple constituencies.
• Commit to diversity and inclusion with cross-cultural populations.
• Knowledge of administrative computer operating systems and terminology.
• Experience with marketing and communications.
• Strong command of technology and data management systems.
• A collaborative, go-getter spirit to partner effectively and efficiently with members of the school community.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and contribute to an equitable admissions experience.
• A positive drive and genuine desire to partner with families through the admissions process.

About Cape Cod Academy

More than a school—it’s a personalized journey. Cape Cod Academy is an independent day school for students in kindergarten through grade 12. Located in Osterville, MA, our college preparatory school sits on a 46-acre campus. CCA strives for academic excellence throughout each student’s educational journey, and consists of three divisions— the Lower School (elementary), which spans Kindergarten to fifth grade, Middle School, covering grades 6-8, and our Upper School (high school) for grades 9 through 12. Cape Cod Academy isn’t like any other school. Here, it’s personal. We adjust how we teach to the individual student—because every child has a unique learning style. We call this PAL, our Personalized Approach to Learning. More than a school—it’s a personalized journey. Our small classes average 12 students, allowing our dedicated teachers to get to know exactly how our kids learn best, and how they are doing socially and emotionally. Then, we use that information to tailor unique learning plans that will give them the tools to thrive, as they are challenged to be the best they can be. The school is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization overseen by a Board of Trustees.... CCA was founded in Osterville in 1976 after the closing of our predecessor schools, The Friendship School and the Sea Pines School. Our Students Twenty-one percent of CCA students identify as bi-racial, American Indian, African American, Hispanic, Asian, or Asian American. Thirty-seven percent of CCA students receive financial-aid grants to make CCA affordable. CCA students come to the school from over 21 different communities across the Cape, South Shore, and South Coast--as far north as Pembroke, as far east as Eastham and Chatham, and as far west as Marion. The number of students from the Upper Cape and off Cape is about the same as the number from the mid Cape. CCA has historically attracted families of diverse nationality, including recent and current students who are citizens of Haiti, Iceland, Belarus, India, Bulgaria, and Portugal. One hundred percent of Cape Cod Academy's students are accepted into four-year colleges. Our Faculty The hallmark of an independent school is its faculty. At CCA, the commitment of our teachers is neither measured by the ringing of a bell, nor confined to the walls of a classroom. Faculty are involved in every aspect of school life and can be seen on campus in the afternoon, in the evening, and on weekends. Our teachers are experts within the fields of their chosen discipline: history teachers are historians, English teachers are writers, art and music teachers exhibit and perform. The CCA Mission Cape Cod Academy cultivates academic excellence and fosters a passion for life-long learning. Our nurturing K-12 community is deeply rooted in our core values of scholarship, integrity, compassion, and respect. Empowered by meaningful relationships, students develop the intellectual and social skills to become confident, independent, and successful citizens. Our Core Values As a school and a community, Cape Cod Academy is given purpose and clarity by daily reference to our guiding core values: Scholarship Integrity Compassion Respect Cape Cod Academy places a premium on: - Positive and mutually responsible relationships among students and their faculty - High standards and ambitions - for academics & relationships - Field-based exploration of the way the world works - Customized independent learning initiatives - Easy access to a breadth of opportunities for intellectual, ethical, social, artistic, and physical growth - Service, advocacy, and tackling complex problems - Courage, curiosity, communication, and consideration of others Our Campus Cape Cod Academy sits on a beautiful, quiet campus of 46 acres just ½ mile from the bays of Cotuit and Osterville. Among its outdoor features are forests, walking trails, a vernal pool and greenhouse for scientific research, and an outdoor classroom. The academic campus is comprised of six interconnected buildings: - The Lower School: Chope Commons & Wilkens Hall - Davis Commons - The Science & Math Building - Founders Hall (MS) - The original L building (US) The academic complex, includes: - Tew Library (Lower School) - Ungerman Library (Middle School & Upper School) - Sidman Lecture Hall - Six advanced science laboratories - Dedicated lower school science lab - An art gallery - Four visual art studios - Digital art lab - Traditional wet photo lab - Ceramic wheels & kiln - A main stage - A Black Box Theatre - A Computer lab - Learning Center - A music pavilion - College counseling pavilion The athletic facilities include: - Four varsity-sized playing fields - Eight tennis courts - Outdoor heated pool - Two full-size gymnasiums - Cross-country running course - Lower school playground and playing field Visit our website: www.capecodacademy.org

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