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Donum Dei Classical Academy · 16 hours ago

Admissions Coordinator

San Francisco, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$50K/yr - $60K/yr

Donum Dei Classical Academy is a school founded in 2019 in San Francisco that focuses on providing a Christ-centered education. The Admissions Coordinator will play a vital role in expanding school enrollment by leading recruitment efforts, managing the admissions process, and engaging with prospective families to foster strong community relationships.

Primary/Secondary Education

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment and enrollment strategy across both the Preschool and Academy

Collaborate with the Advancement Director and Communications Coordinator to promote admissions events and key deadlines

Maintain and grow prospective family, church, and preschool contact lists

Increase the school’s visibility in the community through outreach and public engagement

Partner with churches and community connectors to share Donum Dei’s story and facilitate meaningful engagement opportunities

Seek professional development and support from admissions directors at other classical schools

Plan and execute Fall and Spring Info Sessions, setting attendance goals and tracking progress

Secure participation from faculty, staff, and parents for each session

Lead campus tours and connect prospective families with school leadership

Communicate with staff and faculty regarding tours and prospective family interactions

Conduct follow-ups with attendees and invite prospects to key events throughout the year

Build and implement a student retention plan that includes personal touchpoints and family events

Manage the admissions process through FACTS, ensuring all steps are completed accurately and on time

Schedule and coordinate Visit Days, including academic intake assessments

Collect and incorporate teacher and leadership feedback for student placement decisions

Schedule and participate in Parent Interviews alongside academic leadership

Facilitate family introductions and support new family integration into the Donum Dei community

Oversee Parent Orientation and 'Donut Day' for new families

Track year-over-year growth rates and projections for each point in a recruitment season

Maintain comprehensive student records in FACTS from application to enrollment

Collaborate with the Registrar to track deadlines, financial aid applications, and tuition communications

Ensure compliance with all admissions-related policies and procedures

Participate in Leadership Team meetings and professional development

Collaborate with school leadership to develop, evaluate, and refine admissions strategies

Support the school’s presence in the community and maintain a seamless, welcoming experience for families

Qualification

Bachelor’s degreeAdmissions process managementRecruitment strategy developmentProfessional working experienceHospitalityCommunity engagementOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree

Professional working experience in relevant field(s)

Commitment to ongoing training and spiritual formation throughout the year

Be passionate about serving families and connecting them to our community as they navigate the journey of discernment, application, and enrollment

Align with DDCA's vision to seek the peace and prosperity of our city by cultivating spiritually rooted and classically formed students who, alongside their families, serve and live redemptively for the glory of God

Be devoted to the truth of the Gospel and to Jesus as Lord

Serve as a minister of the Gospel

Be in good standing with a Christian church, which includes weekly attendance and participation as an active worshipper