Pre-K Recruitment & Student Placement Lead

Waterbury Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterbury Public Schools is seeking a Recruitment and Student Placement Coordinator to manage Pre‑K registrations city‑wide, including Maloney and Rotella Magnet Schools. The role reports to Early Childhood Education leadership and requires coordinating with families, staff, and outside agencies to ensure accurate placement.

The position is grant‑funded, non‑union, full‑time (35 hours/week) with a 12‑month schedule.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required.
• At least 5 years’ experience working with the public.
• Incumbents may be required to possess a current CT Motor Vehicle Class D Operator License.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Pre‑K registrations city‑wide, including Maloney and Rotella Magnet School applications.
• Collaborate with outside agencies for registration.
• Assign students to classrooms and prepare class lists.
• Maintain data on students in school computer systems.
• Distribute notices and advertising for registration.
• Assist transportation coordinator in setting up bus routes.
• Handle student transfers and forwarding records to departments.
• Test new students for screening and placement.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

Skills

Testing methods

Recruitment procedures

Excel

Communication

Clerical records

Staff/parent/community relations

Bi‑lingual

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Waterbury Public Schools is seeking a Recruitment and Student Placement Coordinator to manage Pre‑K registrations city‑wide, including Maloney and Rotella Magnet Schools. The role reports to Early Childhood Education leadership and requires coordinating with families, staff, and outside agencies to ensure accurate placement.

The position is grant‑funded, non‑union, full‑time (35 hours/week) with a 12‑month schedule.