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Enrollment Coordiantor

Uncommon Schools Roxbury Prep

Enrollment Coordiantor

Boston, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    This role supports Uncommon Schools in Boston, locally known as Roxbury Prep, by carrying out critical student enrollment work. The Enrollment Coordinator is responsible for carrying out various outreach & enrollment work streams in partnership with school staff to meet enrollment goals. The person in this role will activate their personal and professional networks and engage Boston community based organizations and groups to spread the word about our schools to prospective families. They will use tested systems and processes to support families to and through their first day of school at Roxbury Prep!  

    Community Outreach

    • Build awareness in the community by organizing and participating in grassroots outreach tactics, including canvassing door-to-door, flyering neighborhood businesses, phone banks, etc.

    • Build relationships with community based organizations (CBOs) to engage with families in the community

    • Coordinate outreach events with community based organizations to table or host information sessions

    • Use enrollment tracking systems to monitor progress to goals and improve practices

    • Be a positive ambassador for Roxbury Prep in the community

     

    Parent Support

    • Support families in learning more about Roxbury Prep as an option for their student

    • Conduct outreach calls to engage potential leads and recruit them to Roxbury Prep

    • Plan and execute in-person and virtual enrollment events for prospective families

    • Provide answers to frequently asked questions and offer in-person & virtual opportunities to see our schools and hear from current parents & staff

    • Guide families through the SchoolMint application and enrollment process

     

    Enrollment Support

    • Collaborate with both Regional, Network,  and School Teams to support families through the enrollment process in SchoolMint

    • Provide families with direct support opportunities to connect with schools through school tours and other means

    • Responsible for using enrollment data tracking systems

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Required Skills/Abilities

    • You enjoy finding the most compelling way to communicate to potential families 

    • You like to work both in team and individually to reach a collective goal

    • You understand metrics and how to utilize them to influence the decisions of those around you

    • Excellent organization, time management, and follow-through skills

    • Strong verbal and written communication skills

    • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

    • Problem solving attitude towards challenges and struggles

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (including working knowledge of Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)

    • This role requires some evening and weekend work

    • This role requires prolonged periods of walking or time on feet to support canvassing work in the community.

     

    Experience Required

    • 1-3 years of work experience required

    • Knowledge of Boston community

    • Speaks fluent Spanish (Preferred)

     

     

    Travel

    • Local - meaning the role moves between offices or buildings regularly - will be based at one of our schools 3-4 times per week (though we are currently running all interviews remotely due to COVID until further notice).

    • Will attend outreach events in the Boston Community

    Additional Information

    This role is currently a full time hourly position with flexible work hours. Uncommon Schools offer salaries commensurate with experience and a very generous benefits and vacation package. All staff members receive extensive professional development, and are equipped with a laptop computer and all necessary supplies.

    Uncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. At the same time, we work to ensure an inclusive community through creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.