Enrollment and Outreach Specialist

Join the team at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School, featured in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and on 60 Minutes for its revolutionary teacher salaries and its outstanding results. TEP aims to achieve educational equity for students from historically underserved communities by utilizing world-class teachers. At TEP, we prioritize not only the growth of our students but also the professional development of our staff, creating a dynamic environment where operational excellence meets educational equity.

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

Watch the video below to learn more about TEP's Middle School facility, designed with community and equity at the forefront.

About the Role

As a Enrollment and Outreach Specialist at TEP, you will be a key player in fostering strong relationships between our school and the wider community.

You will be responsible for overseeing a wide range of community engagement strategies to support our educational mission. The role of Enrollment and Outreach Specialist requires a deep commitment to connecting with the community, building partnerships, community outreach, and fostering a positive environment for both staff and students. We're seeking an equity-driven individual who shares our vision of providing outstanding educational experiences to underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Community Engagement Student Recruitment
• Student Recruitment : Successfully meet student enrollment targets and goals, ensuring full enrollment for Kindergarten through 8th grade (~120 students per grade). Lead community outreach initiatives to attract prospective students and families through targeted outreach campaigns and events. Represent the school at student recruitment events such as school fairs and open houses, effectively communicating our educational programs and values.
• Community Engagement and Outreach : Develop and implement comprehensive community outreach strategies to connect with local families, community organizations, community partners, and stakeholders.
• Community Events : Attend and table at local community events (i.e. local fairs, parks, libraries, block parties) to increase community participation with the school.
• Partnership Development : Establish and nurture partnerships with local businesses, social services, non-profits, and community-based programs (i.e. Pre-K Centers, Headstart programs, Early Childhood Centers, YMCA, WIC programs), building relationships to create mutually beneficial opportunities for student enrichment and community involvement.
• Student Enrollment : Develop expertise in the student enrollment process in the school, and support families through the process.
• School Event Planning and Management : Plan, manage, and execute a range of school-led and community-led events (such as ceremonies, concerts, family events, and special events), designed to foster engagement and promote positive relationships.
• Strategic Marketing : Spearhead and manage varied marketing strategies and social media campaigns to enhance the school’s visibility and engagement. Develop and implement creative marketing practices (in-person, digital, print, etc.) to promote events, programs, and enrollment opportunities, leveraging various platforms and community channels to attract prospective families and enhance overall community presence.
• Operations Team Member : Serve as an on-site member of the school’s operations team, collaborating on a range of operational projects that vary in scope, in addition to having a presence in the school throughout the school day and during school-led family engagement events.

About You (Qualifications)

Why TEP (Benefits)

At TEP, growth isn't just for our students—continued growth is also a central priority for our staff members. That's why we're redefining the employee experience, offering a rewarding career that includes benefits that match TEP’s high expectations.

Note that as this role requires a strong on-site presence, TEP's Community Engagement Specialist is a fully in-person position at one of TEP's campuses in Washington Heights / Inwood.

Application Process

TEP is designed and structured around the belief that great staff members are the key to achieving educational success for students. As such, we require applicants to demonstrate their qualifications throughout the application and hiring process. The requirements for each Community Engagement Specialist applicant include :

TEP is currently reviewing applications on a rolling basis. If you submit both a cover letter and resume, you will receive a response from us as to whether or not you will be invited to the next stage of the process for the Enrollment and Outreach Specialist role.

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Salary : $70,000 - $75,000