Reporting to the Director of Admission.  12-month position:

• Be a major contributor in developing and executing a strategic vision for recruitment and enrollment of qualified students from diverse experiences and backgrounds.
• Effectively communicate, by word and deed, the mission of Cheshire Academy to prospective students and their families.
• Develop and cultivate relationships with prospective parents and students throughout the application process while guiding them from inquiry to interview, interview to application and ultimately, admission decision.
• Collaborate with the Admission Office team to effectively coordinate all admission recruitment events (shadow days, school fairs, open houses, receptions, revisit days, etc.)
• Pursue professional development in the fields of admission and marketing through webinars, podcasts, and attendance at conferences (as offered) to ensure that Cheshire Academy implements best practices.
• Other responsibilities as needed and requested by the Director of Admission and Head of School.
• This position requires occasional evening and weekend hours as well as travel nationally and internationally. 

REQUIREMENTS 

Education and Experience: 

1. Bachelor’s Degree required 
2. 2-5 years of Admission, sales or closely related field 
3. Experience with or extensive knowledge of independent day and boarding schools preferred.
4. Experience with all Microsoft suite applications

Skills and Abilities 

1. Must be organized, detail oriented and possess an ability to work independently, yet collaboratively as a member of a close-knit team. 
2. Must demonstrate energy and determination necessary to provide valuable and timely services to prospective and newly enrolling students/families. 
3. Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with a range of parents, students, faculty, and staff as an Admission Associate.
4. Outstanding interpersonal skills as well as written and oral communication skills.

SCHOOL PROVIDED HOUSING IS NOT AVAILABLE IN THE 2022-23 ACADEMIC YEAR

Employment Diversity Statement

Cheshire Academy is an internationally minded college-preparatory school with a diverse student body representing over 31 different countries. We are fully committed to hiring and retaining faculty and staff that reflect the diversity of our student body. Candidates should demonstrate dedication to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice within our community. We encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups to apply.

Nondiscrimination Policy

Cheshire Academy, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. Cheshire Academy is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Salary and benefits are competitive. Candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check. School housing is not guaranteed. Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and the names of three professional references to Kristin Welage, Director of Human Resources at kristin.welage@cheshireacademy.org.