Washington Academy is seeking a highly motivated candidate for our Admissions Associate - Residential position.

The Admissions Associate will serve the Academy as an ambassador within the community as well as globally, broadening awareness of and promoting the Academy by identifying and cultivating relationships. They will serve as a liaison to our international students within the international program and as a Residential Staff Member.  This is a position for individuals who would like to work and live in a private secondary school setting alongside students while providing support and supervision of them in a dormitory building and environment.

The Associate serves as an initial contact for families and educational consultants and agencies who are interested in exploring and applying to Washington Academy and provides support through the acceptance and enrollment of new students. The Associate is responsible for the administrative processes of responding to inquiries, proactively assisting families in completing applications, organizing Admission Committee meetings, and managing the communication of admission decisions. The Associate will also organize and assist with WA’s projection and enrollment processes.

This position provides personal administrative support to the Director of Admissions and general administrative support to the Admissions Department. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where a high quality of customer service and attention to detail are expected. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who wants to continually grow in their practice of communication, recruitment, and support of students while also maintaining their place on a strong team.

Admissions Associate - Residential Job Description

Admissions Associate - Residential Application

The successful candidate must hold a current CHRC (Criminal History Record Check) through the Maine Department of Education.

Application materials may be mailed to Holly Costley at PO Box 190 East Machias, ME 04630 or emailed to h.costley@raider4life.org

About Washington Academy

Washington Academy is an independent secondary school committed to the success of each of our local, national, and international students. Offering a comprehensive program of academics, athletics, and the arts, we strive to create opportunities that will equip students socially and intellectually for their future endeavors and prepare them to become productive members of society.

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