We seek a warm, outgoing, and organized Associate Director of Admission professional to join our growing school. We seek someone who will have the ability to affiliate and empathize with prospective parents interested in preschool through ninth grade, and an understanding of the developmental and educational needs of those ages. The school offers programs for preschool (infants-preK), junior boarding (5 and 7 day), and the Foundations program, for students with language-based learning differences. With the building of our new Athletic and Wellness center (pool, squash courts, basketball courts, etc.), we expect to also expand our day market. An ability to tailor messaging for different audiences is a must.

The Associate Director of Admission will welcome prospective families and care for them throughout the admission process. The ADOA will tour prospective families, field inquiries, organize and execute recruitment events, and support marketing efforts. The ADOA will also participate fully in the assessment and selection of students, and in the broader life of the school. This requires initiative, diplomacy, patience, and exceptional communication skills and includes the ability to articulate the benefits of an independent school education and the unique features of the Applewild program with conviction, authenticity, and persuasion. This is a great job for someone who loves working with families, is able to multitask, handle pressure and maintain confidentiality.

To apply:

Please reach out through email with a cover letter and resume to employment@applewild.org

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required

Previous experience in admission, camp, hospitality, or auxiliary programs 

Fluent in the use of Google and Microsoft Office products, general ease with technology. Previous experience in database management

Strong organizational and time management skills

Excellent analytical, communication and social skills

Commitment to customer service

Requires a strong attention to detail

Team player with a strong capacity for initiative

About Applewild School

Applewild has been a cherished community institution since 1957 serving day (toddler-9th gr) and junior boarding (4th-9th) students. Our main campus is in Fitchburg, Massachusetts which is approximately one hour from Boston. In 2014 we opened a satellite location in Devens which serves toddlers through pre-K). We also have "Foundations at Applewild", which is located on the Fitchburg campus and serves students in grades two through grade nine with diagnosed language-based learning disabilities. We are thankful to draw a broad range of students from over 32 towns and several countries. Our core values and competencies lay the foundation for a culture that encourages respect, honesty, compassion, and fairness. Our faculty have invested in their professional growth to create an educational environment that is deeply metacognitive --- our goal is to teach children to be the protagonists in their own educations. At Applewild, we know that once children feel emotionally safe and valued for who they are, then children will avail themselves to deeper and more authentic learning experiences. When considering adult additions to our community, we are very interested in growing our d...iversity and in diverse perspectives and experiences. We seek smart, creative, and thoughtful professionals who are interested in trying new things knowing that some failures are intrinsic to cultivating a culture of progress. We are looking for professionals who care deeply about developing the next generation for a future we know will be marked by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. Intellectual curiosity, cognitive agility, passion, and emotional resiliency are paramount for success. We are committed to offering a progressive but proven curriculum, so professionals seeking to join our community must be keen on teaching using student-centered and project-based learning. We are a small school so everyone wears multiple “hats” to meet the needs of our community. The School is accredited through the Association of Independent Schools of New England and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and The Association of Boarding Schools. Applewild School is an equal opportunity employer and as such does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We welcome individuals that add to the diversity and vibrancy of our community.

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