Admissions Interviewer

Admissions Interviewer (part-time hourly position)

Pay rate is $50 per hour.

About the School

A leader in progressive education for more than 100 years, the Bank Street School for Children provides students, from nursery through 8th grade, an education that engages their natural curiosity, nurtures critical thinking, and helps to develop a sense of community and social responsibility. Through a teaching approach that is fundamentally hands-on and child-centered, Bank Street students develop the courage and confidence to think independently, work collaboratively, understand themselves and others more deeply, and possess the compassion to make meaning of the world around them.

Job Description

The Admissions Interviewer plays a vital role in the admissions team, working closely and collaboratively with members of the team in order to assess applicants, primarily by observing and/or facilitating during child visits. Play visits will take place in-person but candidates should be prepared to assess children remotely via Zoom (we have generated a well-developed online interview process should this be necessary). The Interviewer may also be asked to support admissions events, interview prospective parents, and conduct tours for prospective families. The candidate must be an experienced educator who works well in a team, has a strong understanding of child development and progressive education, and demonstrates a commitment to creating a school community that is inclusive and reflects our diverse society.

Responsibilities

Observe and/or facilitate admissions play group visits for preschool - grade 1 (children ages 2-6)

Conduct one-on-one assessments for applicants to grades 2 - 4 (children ages 6-9)

Take detailed observational notes during admissions visits

Prepare and maintain the interview space

Update candidate records and spreadsheets in a timely manner

Visit sending schools to observe candidates as needed

Assist with additional responsibilities as needed and at the discretion of the Director of Admissions, such as supporting admissions events, interviewing prospective parents, and conducting tours for prospective families Qualifications

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent observational and note-taking skills

Deep understanding of progressive education

Special education training or experience with diverse learners, preferred but not required

Personal and professional commitments to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work

3 Years or more experience with children in early childhood and elementary settings

BA required; MA preferred Schedule:

Late September through February

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and some Thursdays (typically 8:30 a.m. start time)

Hourly schedule; part-time; flexibility a plus

Typically 10-15 hours a week

About Us

Bank Street is a leader in education, a pioneer in improving the quality of classroom practice, and a national advocate for children and their families.

Since its beginnings in 1916, Bank Street has been at the forefront of understanding how children learn and grow. From early childhood centers and schools to hospitals and museums, Bank Street has built a national reputation on the simple fact that our graduates know how to do the work that is right for children.

At Bank Street's Graduate School of Education, students are trained in a model that combines the study of human development, learning theory, and sustained clinical placement to promote significant development as a teacher prior to graduation. Our children's programs-Bank Street School for Children, Family Center, Bank Street Head Start, and Liberty LEADS-foster children's development in the broadest sense by providing diverse opportunities for social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. The Bank Street Education Center disrupts inequity through system-level change to help design better educational experiences for both children and adults. The College further supports and influences positive outcomes for children every day through professional development programs, research projects, and other key efforts engaging educators, intermediary organizations, and government officials at the district, state, and federal levels.