Director of Enrollment

Position Overview Director of Enrollment is responsible for leading all aspects of student recruitment, admissions, and retention for The Westmont Montessori School. Located in a nurturing and child‑centered environment, our school is dedicated to fostering independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. This role serves as the primary ambassador for the school, guiding prospective families through the admissions process while ensuring alignment with Montessori philosophy and the school’s mission. Westmont is looking for a proactive partner with an “all hands on deck” community‑oriented spirit. Our current enrollment is strong and stable and the next director will be asked to look at new ways for this to continue and grow.

Key Responsibilities: Admissions, Recruitment, and Retention

Develop and implement a strategic enrollment plan to meet annual enrollment goals

Manage the full admissions process from inquiry through enrollment including all summer programming

Lead tours, open houses, and parent information sessions

Lead retention initiatives and re‑enrollment events

Build strong relationships with prospective families and serve as their main point of contact

Maintain timely, warm, and informative communication with all inquiries

Marketing & Outreach

Collaborate with Head of School to oversee efforts to promote the school

Manage digital presence including website content, social media, and online listings

Develop partnerships with local organizations, feeder programs, and community groups

Represent the school at community events

Retention & Family Engagement

Support onboarding of families to ensure a smooth transition

Partner with faculty and administration to foster and maintain strong family relationships

Maintain contact with alumni families and manage alumni events

Monitor enrollment trends and retention data

Data & Operations

Maintain accurate records of inquiries, applications, and enrollment data

Analyze data to inform recruitment strategies and improve conversion rates

Prepare enrollment reports and projections

Work with the Finance Director to prepare annual enrollment goals, implementation of tuition assistance and scholarships

Collaboration

Work closely with Head of School, faculty, and administrative staff

Prepare monthly written reports for the Board of Trustees

Align enrollment messaging with Montessori philosophy and classroom practices

Key Competencies

Warm, welcoming, and relationship‑driven

Collegial, flexible, and eager to be part of a small, high‑functioning team that values humor, collaboration, teamwork, and trust

Highly organized and detail‑oriented

Passionate about early childhood education

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred)

3–5+ years of experience in admissions, enrollment, or marketing (independent school experience preferred)

Familiarity with Montessori education strongly preferred

Must be available to work during the summer

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong organizational and data management skills

Ability to build relationships with diverse families

Qualified candidates will submit the following materials:

Cover letter expressing interest in this particular position

Current and thorough resume with all dates included

List of five professional references with the name, relationship, phone number, and email address of each person (references will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission and not before a mutual interest has clearly been established)

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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