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Posted: 19-Feb-26
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Type: Full Time
Salary: $61,000-$80,000
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Assistant Director of Admissions and Enrollment Management
Beginning August 17, 2026
ABOUT US:
Kingsley Montessori School is a toddler through sixth grade independent school of 300 students in Boston’s historic Back Bay. Our mission is to engage the mind, hands, and heart of each child to nurture resilient explorers, confident learners, and empathetic citizens. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive community is integral to fulfilling our mission. Kingsley Montessori School strives to be a place where each person feels a sense of belonging and respect, recognizes and appreciates the richness that is added to our community through diversity, and is empowered to take action against injustices. We actively create such a community through our programming, our professional development, and our hiring, admissions, and governance practices. Kingsley’s high standards of professionalism are maintained through supportive and ongoing supervision and evaluation, development, and growth.
DESCRIPTION:
The Assistant Director of Admissions will play a key role in the recruitment, evaluation, retention, and enrollment of mission-appropriate students and families, contributing to the overall strategic goals of the school.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
- Partner with the Director of Admissions to design and execute a mission-aligned, data-informed enrollment strategy.
- Serve as a primary contact for prospective families, guiding them through every stage of the admissions process.
- Manage the full application cycle, including scheduling tours, interviews, and student assessments.
- Conduct student and parent interviews; document and evaluate applicant readiness and fit.
- Plan and implement admissions and yield events (Open Houses, info sessions, revisit programs).
- Maintain accurate records and admissions data using the school’s enrollment management system (e.g., Blackbaud).
- Collaborate with Communications/Marketing to promote the school, support branding, and develop recruitment materials and digital content.
- Coordinate with faculty and staff to ensure smooth candidate visits, assessments, and communication.
- Support initiatives that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment and admissions practices.
- Represent the school at fairs, feeder schools, and community outreach events.
- Participate in admissions committee review and decision-making.
- Assist with re-enrollment and retention strategies to support long-term enrollment stability.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 3–5 years of experience in admissions, enrollment management, or a related field, preferably in an independent school.
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Proven ability to build strong, positive relationships with prospective families, students, and colleagues.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with admissions/enrollment management systems (e.g., Ravenna, Veracross, Blackbaud, or similar).
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion.
- Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends in support of admissions and school events.
TO APPLY, CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
- Cover letter describing your interest in the position including your background and experience
- Current resume
- List of three current/past supervisors with email addresses and phone numbers
Kingsley is committed to equitable compensation for all faculty. Salaries are determined based on an experience-based step scale, ensuring fair pay for those with similar experience. The salary band for this role is expected to range from $61,000-$80,000.
Kingsley Montessori School values and celebrates diversity because it makes us a better employer, builds a stronger school community, develops a sense of collaboration, and encourages mutual respect and broader thinking. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.