2026 Admissions Manager

THADEN SCHOOL•Bentonville, AR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Thaden School now seeks an Admissions Manager, reporting to the Director of Admissions, to assist with daily operations and coordinate a wide variety of activities related to enrollment and retention of students, and communications. Role and Responsibilities Lead tours and present the school to prospective students and parents, including the thorough and efficient handling of applications and communication; conducting family meetings and securing necessary student credentials. Manage and develop the logistics for admissions checklist items, including meetings, information sessions, family visits, play sessions, Preview Day, student shadow days, testing, and others. Assist in developing yearly admissions calendars including submitting event forms for the master calendar, updating and inviting individuals to each event, and creating registration links for each event. Manage the online dashboard for all enrollment needs including online systems for registration, enrollment, and re-enrollment. Manage and maintain, using a high level of confidentiality, all incoming admissions files, including but not limited to student transcripts, letters of recommendation, testing information, tuition data, and reporting. Serve as a member of the Admissions Committee, read student files, conduct family meetings as needed, and post decisions. Support the Director of Marketing and Communications with the preparation and distribution of promotional materials, social media, and website maintenance in regard to admissions. Manage parent and community volunteers in the Raptor system. Perform other duties in support of the School mission as determined by the Director of Admissions.

Requirements

Experience in a challenging, fast-paced work environment that requires versatility, adaptability, and resourcefulness.
Experience in enrollment management, admissions, and/or community outreach.
Ability to protect and handle student records and other highly confidential information.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, Google Docs, data management systems (Finalsite, Alma, UnitySuite, etc.)
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities and deliver work on time, with careful attention to detail, accuracy, and work in a self-directed manner.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to positively represent the school in all settings and circumstances.
A founding spirit that embraces new challenges.

Nice To Haves

College degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead tours and present the school to prospective students and parents, including the thorough and efficient handling of applications and communication
Conduct family meetings and securing necessary student credentials
Manage and develop the logistics for admissions checklist items, including meetings, information sessions, family visits, play sessions, Preview Day, student shadow days, testing, and others
Assist in developing yearly admissions calendars including submitting event forms for the master calendar, updating and inviting individuals to each event, and creating registration links for each event
Manage the online dashboard for all enrollment needs including online systems for registration, enrollment, and re-enrollment
Manage and maintain, using a high level of confidentiality, all incoming admissions files, including but not limited to student transcripts, letters of recommendation, testing information, tuition data, and reporting
Serve as a member of the Admissions Committee, read student files, conduct family meetings as needed, and post decisions
Support the Director of Marketing and Communications with the preparation and distribution of promotional materials, social media, and website maintenance in regard to admissions
Manage parent and community volunteers in the Raptor system
Perform other duties in support of the School mission as determined by the Director of Admissions