Admission Counselor/Assistant Director of Admission

Description

George School, a Quaker, coeducational boarding and day high school in Newtown, Pa, is seeking an Admissions Counselor/Assistant Director of Admissions.  This individual will guide prospective students and families through the admissions process, represent the school at events, and lead communication efforts in collaboration with our Marketing & Strategic Communications team.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective students and families.
• Conduct interviews and provide detailed summaries for admission files.
• Evaluate applications and participate in Admission Committee decisions.
• Represent George School at admission fairs, conferences, and school visits.
• Lead all Admission communication efforts, including CRM campaigns and coordination with Marketing.
• Support event planning and the Admission Ambassador program.
• Attend faculty meetings and fulfill social duty responsibilities.
• May serve as a student advisor after the first year.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; 2–3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in independent school or higher education admissions preferred.
• Background in marketing and communications is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with FinalSite or similar CRM systems preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, public speaking, and customer service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Commitment to working towards antiracism and developing and practicing cultural competency.       
• Commitment to the philosophy of a Quaker educational community and a style consistent with Quaker values.