Admissions Director

General DescriptionLittle Tree Education is the premier multi-location Montessori school for Infants, Toddlers, and Preschoolers on the Seacoast. The role Admissions Director role manages the entire admission process —from initial inquiry and enrollment to integration into the school—including financial commitment agreements between families and Little Tree Education.As a steward of Little Tree Education, the Admissions Director embodies a deep care for children and maintains high standards for classroom presentation. This role assists families in accessing their educational and care dreams for their children.ResponsibilitiesManage the Admissions Team, including the Admissions Assistant and Content Creator.Maintain enrollment at all schools at 97%.Work with the Chief of Staff to forecast enrollment openings and new school locations.Curate and retain a school community of like-minded families who understand LTE values and the Montessori mission.Maintain customer retention of 4-5 years with turnover of less than 5% annually.Oversee Blackbaud management, including family accounts, reconciliation, and waitlists.Respond to inquiries within one to two business days.Schedule and coordinate School Tours.Work with the Marketing & Content Coordinator to create and implement recruitment strategiesServe as the face of the school to prospective parents, communicating the benefits of the LTE mission.Develop a communications plan to move prospective families from inquiry to enrollment.Maintain regular systems of communication with families to ensure satisfaction and address feedback.Uphold and strictly enforce all financial policies without prejudice or delay.Manage parent and student expectations and deliver admissions decisions diplomatically.Produce monthly enrollment and scheduling reports.Understand and meet budget revenue targets based on enrollment projections.Manage the placement and transitions of children.Support schools by subbing or assisting as requested.Attend Prep-Days on-site to support the teaching team.Other tasks as assigned.RequirementsExperience working in the Education field preferred.2-3 years of experience in an administrative role or equivalent preferred.Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent computer skills, proficient in Google Sheets, Google Docs, and Gmail.Excellent Customer Service skills.Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Proven track record as a data-driven decision maker.Must clear a State criminal background check and standard drug screening.