Associate Director of Admissions, Family Engagement and First Programs

Plymouth Church School

Associate Director of Admissions, Family Engagement and First Programs

Reports to: The School Director, The School Committee (Board)

Plymouth Church School is a non-sectarian private preschool with 206 children and 36 educators housed on the beautiful and historic Plymouth Church campus in Brooklyn Heights. Our young learners, ages 2 to 6, benefit from a child-centered approach to education that allows each child to be challenged in a nurturing environment that emphasizes hands-on learning and an emergent project-based curriculum. Please visit our website to learn more about our wonderful school: http://www.plymouthchurchschool.org

Anticipated Start Date: June 2025

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and caring individual to join the Plymouth Church School community as an essential member of a four-person administrative team. The Associate Director of Admissions, Family Engagement and First Programs manages the entire admissions process, oversees parent engagement, supports the faculty that teach our youngest children, and assists the Director and the administrative team to ensure the smooth operation of the school.

Primary Responsibilities

Admissions

• Oversee the whole admissions cycle from inquiry through enrollment to ensure a seamless and positive experience for families.
• Responsible for recruiting, selecting and enrolling a balanced and diverse group of children and families each year that are a good fit for our community.
• Look at decisions through a lens of equity and inclusion throughout the admissions process.
• Build and maintain warm and positive relationships with new families.
• Warmly serve as the point of contact for all enrollment questions throughout the year. Ensure that all calls and emails are responded to in a timely manner.
• Represent Plymouth at school fairs, both virtual and in person.
• Create and update admissions materials.
• Oversee TADS, our admissions, enrollment, and financial aid platform.
• Schedule and lead prospective parent tours throughout the admissions season, and as needed to ensure full enrollment.
• Schedule and lead playgroup interviews for all families who have applied.
• Create potential classes based on the data from playgroups and parent interviews to ensure the best balance of children for each grouping.
• Communicate admissions decisions to families.
• Work closely with the Director to oversee the Financial Aid Program.
• Oversee re-enrollment and the issuance of admissions contracts for new families.
• Maintain an active waitlist to ensure full enrollment.
• Create, maintain and present statistics on admissions to the Director and the School Committee.
  
  

Family Engagement

• Orient and support all families as they enter the new school year.
• Act as the bridge between home and school for parents as they first enter the school community.
• Provide multiple opportunities for families to engage with the school community throughout the year through family events and ongoing parent education talks.
• Serve as the liaison between the school, the Parent Association and parent volunteers.
• Collaborate on communications that go out to the community.
  
  

First Programs

• Responsible for the day to day operations of the First Programs, the classes for the youngest (15 months- 3 years old) children at Plymouth.
• Supervise First Programs teachers using weekly classroom observations and meetings to optimize the development of teaching skills and model best practices. Conduct yearly review.
• Review and help supervise the creation and implementation of curriculum and project based learning for First Programs.
• Assist Director in setting developmental expectations and developing assessment tools and strategies for First Programs teachers.
• Help plan, schedule and prepare for staff meetings.
• Remain current on issues and trends in early childhood education and bring new ideas to the community. Research in order to ensure we make the best choices for the school as we develop new programs and plan for the future.
• Assist with recruiting and hiring new faculty members in First Programs classrooms and assist in new teacher orientation.
  
  

Core Characteristics And Abilities

• Embodies a positive can-do attitude.
• Is a team player who works collaboratively with all members of the community.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and cultivate strong, positive, respectful and professional relationships with all community members.
• Is inclusive and creates a warm, welcoming environment for all.
• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
• Comfort with public speaking and presenting to groups of various sizes.
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills, communicating with tact and diplomacy.
• Is well-organized and detail-oriented with excellent follow-up skills.
• Can prioritize, multi-task, problem solve and meet tight deadlines.
  
  

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field. (Early Childhood Education/ Child Development)
• Certification in Early Childhood Education.
• 3 years of relevant work experience with two and three-year old children.
• Demonstrated success working with families.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000

Plymouth Church School offers a competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including: health, dental and vision insurance, retirement plan and tuition reimbursement. We offer extensive professional development opportunities and a very supportive work environment.

The Associate Director of Admissions, Family Engagement and First Programs is an exempt 12-month full-time position with additional evening and weekend hours for school events as needed. Leave with pay for illness and emergencies shall be allowed for but not to exceed ten days per year. Vacation time follows the academic calendar.

Plymouth Church School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, marital status, disability, national or ethnic origin, or sexual orientation.