The Newman School invites dynamic professionals to apply for the full-time role of Senior Associate Director of Admissions, a key position contributing to shaping our vibrant learning community.

Reporting directly to the Director of Enrollment, the Senior Associate Director will oversee one line of enrollment, Middle School (Grades 7–8) or High School (Grades 9–12 & PG), and play a pivotal part in advancing our enrollment strategy.

Qualifications and Skills

• A bachelor’s degree is required; advanced degree preferred 
• 5+ years admissions or enrollment experience in independent schools or higher education 
• Demonstrated success in managing an enrollment pipeline and meeting or exceeding enrollment goals
• Proven ability to manage a need-based financial aid process collaboratively with the Business Office and Director of Enrollment
• Strong understanding of independent and/or boarding school markets 
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to connect authentically with families and students 
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and admissions software platforms (Ravenna, SAO, Blackbaud) 
• Professionalism, discretion, and cultural competence in representing the school community 
• Willingness to travel regionally and nationally, including evening and weekend events as required

How to Apply

The Newman School has engaged DovetailED to lead this search. Interested candidates should email a cover letter, a resume, and a list of at least three professional references consolidated as a single PDF document to Lynda Hamilton-Kirk, at lynda@dovetailedsourcing.com Please do not contact the school directly.

The Newman School invites and employs qualified candidates of any race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, handicap status, national origin or ethnicity to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to all employees at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, handicap status, national origin or ethnicity.

About The Newman School

The Newman School's faculty and staff are at the heart of what drives us. Whether it's teaching an engaging course, coaching a sport or activity, or leading a service group, Newman's faculty and staff inspire their students by example and through sharing their own passions. By joining our faculty and staff, you become part of a welcoming community which strives to live our motto each and every day - "Cor ad Cor Loquitur" - "Heart Speaks to Heart." The Newman School is an International Baccalaureate World School - our teachers are educators who follow the IB framework, which focuses on project-based learning and promoting international mindedness. Beyond regularly supporting students in their learning, we also aim to foster an environment which allows our students to thrive and ultimately become the best versions of themselves. Students leave our school as people ready to go and make an impact on the world.

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