The Clariden School is a not-for-profit, private, fully-accredited, college-preparatory school serving students PreK – Grade 12 in North Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth area). Clariden works to ignite student curiosity and problem-solving skills by first providing a program that addresses the whole student. With a focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), character-based kindness, and hands-on field study, our goal is to equip students for the jobs of tomorrow and to be contributing citizens in their local & global communities.
Employees at The Clariden School are expected to be respectful, responsible, self-directed, growth-minded individuals who are interested in not only providing the best for students but also developing and honing their skills as a professional. Employees are responsible for providing their students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the academic subjects assigned to the educator to help the students fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth.
Clariden is currently undergoing exciting growth on campus in its physical facilities and size of its student body. We are recently opened a new Upper School STEAM building in Fall 2022 and just completed a large campus safety and security project.
Director of Admissions:
Reporting directly to the Head of School, the Director of Admissions is a strategic and analytical thinker who plays an essential role in communicating the values of a Clariden education to a broad constituency. With the already implemented strategic plan, the Director of Admissions works closely with the Marketing and Communications office, Business Manager, Head of School, and Admissions Associate in cultivating interest in Clariden and its programs. S/he is responsible for effectively engaging the entire school community in the work of enrollment management. The Director of Admissions participates in the policymaking of the School as a member of the senior administrative team. The Director of Admissions is responsible for a coordinated school effort to convey Clariden's unique value to the marketplace and attract, enroll, and retain a mission-aligned, diverse, and inclusive student community.
The Director of Admissions position is open until filled with an immediate start date.
Requirements:
Alignment with Clariden’s mission and core values.
A bachelor’s degree is required. An advanced degree in enrollment management is preferred.
A minimum of 3 years of proven experience in admissions, preferably at a private or independent K-12 institution.
A strong desire for professional development and a demonstrated growth mindset.
A strong understanding of how schools operate.
Experience working with and connecting to a large and diverse community of people. Demonstrated strengths in interpersonal skills and collaboration.
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively use a variety of programs and software, including database programs.
Responsibilities:
Provide leadership in enrollment management, which includes admission, marketing, and recruitment, and directs the process of attracting, enrolling, and retaining students at Clariden, including partnership with feeder schools.
Set annual enrollment and admission goals, in accordance with the School’s mission and strategic plan, to promote essential elements of diversity in the student body, based on enrollment goals set by the Board of Directors and Head of School.
Partner with the Business Manager and Head of School to budget and distribute Tuition Assistance awards.
Manage new student enrollment and the re-enrollment of current students by working in close connection with school leadership.
Understand and inform the administrative team and community about research, demographics, and other relevant enrollment trends, ensuring that changes and challenges are anticipated, understood, and addressed.
Serve as a member of the administrative team, tuition assistance committee, and the Administrator on Duty in the Head of School's absence or after hours (as scheduled in advance).
Serve as a thought partner for and collaborator with a highly dynamic, fast-paced, ambitious, and creative administrative team.
Responsible for managing all facets of the admission process and collaborating in the financial aid process in the school’s effort to attract, enroll, and retain a diverse and dynamic student population that is mission-aligned.
Develop and implement enrollment and admission plans with clearly stated goals and objectives (headcount and net-tuition revenue).
Formulate forward-thinking, strategic application, admission, and enrollment policies.
Ensure the internal constituents understand and embrace a customer service orientation intended for all families from the prospect to the enrolled phase.
Attend Board of Director meetings and/or Board Committee meetings as appropriate and involvement in strategic planning and keep the Board fully apprised of the School’s admission & financial endeavors.
Maintain statistical and trend data related to admission and enrollment. Present statistical and trend information to the Administrative Team, Board of Directors, and faculty.
Foster high ethical standards, integrity, and respect for students, colleagues, alumni/ae, and parents throughout the admissions process and beyond.
Actively participate in, and lead, local and national professional development and networking opportunities, always seeking to serve the greater needs of the School.
In partnership with the Marketing and Communications office, develop a strategic recruitment and communication plan to reach targeted audiences, including identifying and implementing best-practice web-based technologies.
Reports to: Head of School
Wage/Hour Status: Salaried/Exempt
How to Apply:
Please send a letter of interest, resume, salary expectations, and contact information for three professional references via e-mail to:
The Clariden School is a not-for-profit, private, fully-accredited, college-preparatory school serving students PreK – Grade 12 in North Texas (Dallas-Fort Worth area). Clariden works to ignite student curiosity and problem-solving skills by first providing a program that addresses the whole student. With a focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math), character-based kindness, and hands-on field study, our goal is to equip students for the jobs of tomorrow and to be contributing citizens in their local & global communities.