Interim Admissions Manager

Job Description

Title: Interim Admissions Manager

Full-Time, Monday to Friday, 830am to 430pm, 40 Hours, Exempt, Benefit Eligible

Time Period: August 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025

Division: 14Y Early Childhood

Reports to: Director of Early Childhood

The 14th Street Y is a vibrant Jewish community center located in Downtown Manhattan. Each year, tens of thousands of New Yorkers of all ages, races, and ethnicities come to 14Y as members, visitors, or partners to experience our high quality and varied programs centered around arts and culture, early childhood education, summer camps, fitness and aquatics, Jewish life, and older adult services.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Admissions Manager will guide prospective families throughout the admissions process for the Early Childhood Prelude to Preschool and Preschool programs. The Admissions Manager will analyze data and strategize in an effort to build enrollment.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Director of Early Childhood to develop recruitment plans and to build a diverse pool of applicants

Convey the value of membership of the 14Y

Convey the preschool’s educational philosophy in a compelling way – the Reggio Emilia approach inspired by Jewish values

Manage key functions of the Prelude to Preschool, Preschool, and New Town Day Camp admission process, including: tours, parent interviews, school visits and events

Respond to all Early Childhood inquiries by phone, email and in person

Observe and provide written notes on prospective children and families

Strategize, plan, and execute high-quality admissions events

Represent 14Y at Admissions Fairs

Maintain, track and analyze data including applications, contracts, and enrollment

Input family information and contract details into the database

Compute and notify of cost differences for program changes when families inquire

Lead the process of enrollment and re-enrollment including sending contracts and following up with families

Facilitate financial aid application process for families

Collaborate closely with all team members and perform other duties as assigned

Serve as a floater when needed in classrooms

Support arrival and dismissal procedures

Attend professional development and professional association meetings

Qualifications

2+ years experience in admissions or an administrative role in independent schools, preferably in an early childhood setting or 3+ years lead teaching experience in early childhood

MA in early childhood education required, New York State Certification in Early Childhood preferred

Excellent interpersonal and customer care/service skills; ability to build collaborative relationships with colleagues and prospective families

Strong project management skills and attention to detail

Proactive, eager to take initiative in a collaborative and dynamic environment

Flexible and adaptable, with a positive, solutions-oriented approach

Proficiency with technology including databases, spreadsheets, event management platforms, and Microsoft 365

Ability to analyze data to inform strategic decision making

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed

A commitment to equity and belonging for all students

Benefits:

Competitive Salary

Generous PTO Policy

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Pension Plan

403(b) Retirement Plan

Discount Perks for Movies, Broadway Shows, and Amusement Parks, etc.

Free Gym Membership to our Manny Cantor Center & 14TH ST Y Fitness Center

Discounts to programs at Educational Alliance

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

EEO Info

Educational Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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