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Director of Admissions

$140k - $175k

8 Bridges Talent

Director Of Admissions

Location: New York City, NY School Type: Independent Pre-K–12 School A vibrant, mission-driven independent Pre-K through Grade 12 school in New York City is excited to welcome its next Director of Admissions to the leadership team beginning July 1, or sooner if available. This is a fantastic opportunity for a relationship-focused, strategic enrollment leader who loves connecting with families, building community, and helping shape the future of a thriving school. If you are energized by meeting new people, telling a school's story, and creating an exceptional admissions experience for families, this could be the perfect next step.

About the Role The Director of Admissions will lead all aspects of student recruitment, admissions, and enrollment management across the school's Pre-K –12 program. Reporting directly to the Head of School, this person will play a key role in developing and executing a thoughtful enrollment strategy that attracts and retains a talented, engaged, and diverse student body. This is a highly visible leadership role for someone who enjoys both big-picture strategy and day-to-day relationship building.

About You You are someone who: Brings positive energy and enthusiasm to your work Loves building authentic relationships with families and students Is both strategic and highly organized Enjoys using data to make smart, informed decisions Communicates clearly, warmly, and professionally Thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments Has a strong understanding of the NYC independent school landscape (preferred) Values diversity, equity, inclusion, and community Most importantly, you genuinely enjoy helping families navigate one of the most important decisions they will make for their children.

What You'll Be Doing Lead Enrollment Strategy Develop and execute a thoughtful, data-informed enrollment strategy aligned with the school's mission and long-term goals Partner closely with senior leadership on enrollment forecasting, financial aid strategy, and market positioning Stay informed on enrollment trends and the evolving independent school landscape Oversee the Admissions Process Guide the full admissions journey from inquiry through enrollment for all divisions (Pre-K –12) Ensure a welcoming, equitable, and mission-aligned experience for every prospective family Manage admissions timelines, communications, and policies Build Community Connections Serve as a friendly and knowledgeable ambassador for the school Plan and host admissions events including open houses, tours, and virtual programs Collaborate with marketing and communications to ensure consistent storytelling and messaging Use Data to Drive Results Utilize CRM and enrollment systems to track and manage prospective families Analyze enrollment data and trends to support strategic decision-making Report on key metrics including engagement, yield, and retention Partner on Financial Aid Work closely with the finance office to support a fair and mission-aligned financial aid process Help advance access and affordability initiatives Compensation & Benefits Salary: $140,000 – $175,000 annually, depending on experience. Bonus: Up to 15% yearly bonus Interested? Please submit your resume and a cover letter sharing what excites you about this opportunity and how your experience aligns with the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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