Associate Director of Admissions

Synapse School; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Lifestyle benefits

Job summary

Synapse School in Menlo Park, CA, is looking for a passionate full-time Associate Director of Admissions. This role focuses on managing admissions events, reviewing applications, and supporting prospective families throughout the admission process.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of three years of relevant experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a proactive attitude. Synapse School offers a generous benefits package, with a salary range of $105,000 - $125,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in school admissions, school administration, or a related field.
• Positive, enthusiastic, and warm personality.
• Ability to connect with prospective families and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn new databases and systems.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage admissions events including information nights and applicant visits.
• Review all applications in the Ravenna database and participate in admissions decisions.
• Support the application process with prospective families, from inquiry to enrollment.
• Assist with website and marketing.

Skills

Experience in school admissions

Professional communication skills

Organizational skills

Event planning

Ability to connect with families

Computer skills (Google Sheets, Docs, Slides)

Job description

SYNAPSE SCHOOL POSITION OVERVIEW

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF ADMISSIONS

Synapse School in Menlo Park, CA, an innovative TK-8 independent school located in the heart of Silicon Valley, dedicated to rethinking and reimagining education, seeks a full-time Associate Director of Admissions.

Synapse educates a community of change makers by combining social-emotional learning, leading-edge academics, and the practice of innovation. We have an unwavering belief in the capacity of children, and our teachers work alongside our students to unlock their powers of curiosity, discovery, and creativity. Synapse’s program provides a deep and unique range of integrated academic, social, and creative experiences to help children use their hearts and hands to unleash their passion for learning. Synapse draws students from around the San Francisco Bay Area. Synapse School Admissions is highly competitive with a high volume of applicants. To learn more, please visit www.synapseschool.org.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Synapse School has an opening for an Associate Director of Admissions effective August 3. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be an ambassador for Synapse School’s mission, vision and values.
• Organize and manage admissions events including information nights, school tours, applicant visits, playgroups, fairs, and welcome events.
• Lead school tours and parent coffees.
• Review all applications in the Ravenna application database and participate in admissions decisions.
• Contribute proactively to admissions and enrollment strategy as a key member of a collaborative team.
• Work evenings and weekend events in addition to school hours.
• Support the application process with prospective families, from inquiry to enrollment.
• Correspond with prospective families.
• Assist with website and marketing.
• Manage re‑enrollment for current families and enrollment onboarding for new families.
• Support all school functions and supervision of TK-8th grade students as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in school admissions, school administration, or a related field.
• Positive, enthusiastic, and warm personality.
• Ability to connect with prospective families and colleagues.
• Skilled in navigating sensitive conversations with discretion, empathy and professionalism.
• Reliability and strong work ethic.
• Professional and proactive communication skills.
• Ability to work at a fast pace, managing many projects and tasks at once.
• Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently with problem-solving skills.
• Ability to anticipate needs and proactively initiate workflow and be adaptable.
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn new databases and systems.
• Advanced computer skills especially in Google Sheets, Docs and Slides.
• Passion for admissions and Synapse School.
• Experience in marketing and event planning a plus.
• Second or multiple languages a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to work at a desk, conference table, or in meetings of various configurations.
• Able to stand and circulate for extended periods of time.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively with students, colleagues, and prospective families.
• Able to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds, such as equipment or supplies.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

• Dexterity and physical condition to maintain a rigorous work environment and meet standards of physical and mental health.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Individuals must maintain a professional attitude and appearance.

COMPENSATION

$105,000 - $125,000 per year.

Synapse offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, and retirement, as well as additional lifestyle benefits.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants should email a cover letter detailing experience and interest in the position, a résumé, three references, and any other supporting materials you would like to share, via email with the subject line "Associate Director of Admissions" to Dana Story, Director of Admissions, at [e-mail]. This position is.

Synapse School does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability and familial affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.