Director of Admissions, gt.school - $200,000/year USD

Most admissions positions focus on promoting what a school provides. This one is designed to uphold standards.GT School serves families seeking something beyond what conventional classrooms can deliver. Our students show exceptional academic capability and progress at a tempo that demands depth, challenge, and purposeful structure. We create an environment where this caliber of ability is not merely accommodated, but anticipated.Our approach is structured to meet students at their current level and advance them further. Learning is personalized, advancement is carefully monitored, and students are continually challenged to engage deeply and progress with assurance. Families turn to us for guidance on whether this intensity and velocity align with their needs, and for a learning setting that truly reflects their child's abilities.In this position, you will serve as the initial contact for families evaluating whether GT School suits their child's needs. Every communication you compose and every discussion you facilitate will influence how families perceive the program and envision their child's future trajectory.We welcome applicants from premium service sectors outside conventional education: selective private schools, competitive programs, upscale hospitality, executive assistance, exclusive membership organizations, or owner-operators who have directly overseen high-value client experiences from start to finish. What counts is your capacity to execute a high-touch, multi-phase process with discernment, precision, and accountability.What You Will Be DoingOversee the complete admissions experience, from initial inquiry through enrollment decision and onboardingDevelop and implement clear assessment frameworks that identify student fit, usable consistently by non-specialists across campusesStrategically manage and prioritize 15–25+ simultaneous family engagements, applying defined criteria, stage transparency, and next-action ownershipFacilitate campus tours, observation days, and enrollment discussions that convey outcomes, expectations, and considerations with accuracyMaintain precise CRM and enrollment documentation to enable forecasting, prioritization, and service excellenceServe as the network-wide authority on recognizing qualified students for GT micro sites across all campusesBuild straightforward, scalable frameworks that empower Admissions Directors to autonomously identify and refer GT-eligible studentsDeliver training and reinforce framework adoption to ensure uniform decision standards across all locationsWhat You Won’t Be DoingEmploying transactional or aggressive sales methodsAdmitting families who do not fit the model simply to achieve enrollment targetsSupervising a large team or navigating complex approval hierarchiesDistributing responsibility for the family experience across multiple individualsOperating remotely. This position is campus-based by necessitySupervising or directing Admissions Directors at other campuses; this is a peer collaboration role for GT-specific mattersDirector Of Admissions Key ResponsibilitiesLead and deliver a high-trust, highly selective enrollment process that secures the right families while safeguarding program integrity.Basic Requirements3+ years providing premium, individualized service in settings where service excellence directly influences brand standing (education, luxury retail, upscale hospitality, executive assistance, exclusive membership, or owner-operated services)Proven ownership of a complete client, admissions, or enrollment process from initial engagement through onboardingExperience concurrently managing multiple client, guest, or family relationships at varying stages, supported by a clear tracking and prioritization methodCapacity to supply specific examples of consultative decision-making, including situations where you advised against your offering when it was not appropriateProfessional written communication experience with senior leaders, high-net-worth clients, or discerning audiencesDocumented success creating frameworks, guides, or decision tools that allowed others to reach consistent, autonomous conclusions (must articulate the challenge, solution, and implementation)Willingness to reside in or relocate within 60 days to Georgetown, TX (greater Austin area)Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorshipNice-to-have RequirementsExperience with selective independent school admissions or competitive program enrollmentBackground in upscale hospitality, VIP client services, or executive-level support functionsExperience developing or enhancing enrollment workflows, standard operating procedures, or service benchmarksConfidence applying data and CRM analytics to enhance conversion quality, not merely velocityAbout Gt.schoolGT School is revolutionizing education with AI, expert coaching, and 50+ years of learning science. They blend cutting-edge tech with data-driven insights to unlock every student's full potential.They're on a mission to disrupt the broken education system and unleash the true potential of gifted minds. Forget the one-size-fits-all approach that leaves brilliant students bored and disengaged.This school has tossed the rulebook and created a modern learning environment powered by AI and guided by dedicated mentors. Their personalized approach accelerates learning - 2-6 times faster than traditional classrooms.GT School students explore their passions, develop critical thinking skills, and learn to innovate.Because that's where genius lies.GT School is where gifted minds turn potential into power.There is so much to cover for this exciting role, and space here is limited. Hit the Apply button if you found this interesting and want to learn more. We look forward to meeting you!Working with usThis is a full-time (40 hours per week), long-term position. The position is immediately available and requires entering into an independent contractor agreement with Crossover as a Contractor of Record. The compensation level for this role is $100 USD/hour, which equates to $200,000 USD/year assuming 40 hours per week and 50 weeks per year. The payment period is weekly. Consult www.crossover.com/help-and-faqs for more details on this topic.Crossover Job Code: LJ-5762-US-RoundRoc-DirectorofAdmi.001