DC Prep · 2 hours ago
Student Recruitment Associate - Part time
Washington, DC
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelDC Prep is a high performing network of public charter schools serving over 2,100 preschool through 8th-grade students. The Student Recruitment Associate plays a critical role in supporting DC Prep’s enrollment goals by building awareness, interest, and trust among prospective families, particularly within Spanish-speaking communities.
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Responsibilities
Support DC Prep’s student enrollment goals by executing high-quality outreach and follow-up with Spanish-speaking prospective families
Attend and represent DC Prep at relevant community-based prospecting events, including events hosted by partner organizations and neighborhood groups
Facilitate Spanish-language campus tours at the Edgewood campus (based on family demand), including timely email and phone follow-up for all attendees and no-shows
Host or support weekly Spanish-language virtual open house, ensuring families receive clear, accurate information about DC Prep schools and the enrollment process
Ensure 100% of interest forms marked “Spanish preferred language” receive personalized 1:1 outreach within one business day, via phone, email, or text
Build and maintain strong partnerships with community-based organizations to generate completed applications from relevant partner pipelines
Provide individualized outreach to Spanish-preferred language families who receive offers, during lottery, waitlist, and rolling enrollment cycles
Accurately track outreach, event attendance, follow-up, and outcomes using DC Prep’s data systems and tools to ensure accountability and continuous improvement
Qualification
Required
Experience working with children, youth, or families, with a demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships and engage caregivers as partners in students' educational journeys
Experience in community outreach, enrollment support, student recruitment, or family engagement; familiarity with school enrollment processes is strongly preferred
Strong commitment to educational equity and a demonstrated awareness of historic and current racial and economic inequities impacting families and communities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in Spanish, with the ability to connect effectively with diverse audiences
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and follow-up skills, with careful attention to detail when managing family information and outreach activities
Comfort using technology and data systems (e.g., CRM tools, event registration platforms, spreadsheets) to track engagement and support recruitment efforts
A collaborative, team-oriented mindset, paired with the ability to take initiative, think creatively, work independently, and adapt in dynamic, community-based environments
Alignment with DC Prep's mission, values, and belief in the potential of all students and families
Preferred
Experience in community outreach, enrollment support, student recruitment, or family engagement; familiarity with school enrollment processes is strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Company
DC Prep
DC Prep is a public charter school bridging the educational divide in Washington.
Founded in 2003
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Jack Kent Cooke
2022-04-25Grant
Leadership Team
Vanessa Gonzalez
Chief Development Officer
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