Center Director (Community/Studio Manager)

Musicologie Millburn • Livingston, NJ

5d • $46,000 - $52,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Musicologie and Early Edge Education, we are dedicated to making music and academic learning accessible and enjoyable. We are a growing network of studios focused on creating a delightful experience through a combination of experience, technology, and a people-first approach. Our team is passionate about music, supportive of students, and celebrates achievements. We aim to foster a vibrant learning hub where creativity, confidence, and curiosity thrive. This role is a full-time, on-site position reporting to the Studio Owners, with a compensation range of $46,000 – $52,000 based on experience, plus available sales incentives and health benefits. The Community Manager is the central figure and heartbeat of the center, responsible for creating an exceptional and welcoming experience for students, parents, and teachers. This role shapes growth, student satisfaction, and the community, focusing on building relationships, fostering a love for learning, and ensuring the studio is a place where everyone can thrive. Key responsibilities include implementing daily operations, driving enrollment and sales, and making a difference through education and music.

Requirements

• Genuine excitement to help people and belief that music and education can change lives.
• Natural leader who knows how to motivate creative, talented individuals.
• Strong experience in sales, marketing, lead calling, or customer care, and comfortable connecting with families over the phone and in person.
• Expert communicator who connects easily with children, parents, and teachers.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, community-centered environment.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and loves seeing projects through to completion.
• Experience in a customer-facing role like education, hospitality, or community management.
• Tech-savvy and comfortable with tools like Google Workspace, Slack, CRM, and scheduling systems.
• Ability to work afternoon and evening hours (our busiest times), Saturday mornings as needed, and occasional weekends for concerts or events.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the warm, welcoming face of Musicologie and Early Edge Education, especially during after-school hours.
• Ensure every student, parent, and teacher feels supported and valued.
• Act as the primary point of communication for scheduling, policies, and events across both programs.
• Plan, organize, and execute inspiring community events such as student concerts, math competitions, open houses, and workshops that celebrate learning in all forms.
• Manage all new student inquiries for both Musicologie and S.A.M. Singapore Math through phone, text, and email with prompt, friendly, and professional communication.
• Lead inbound and outbound sales and lead-calling efforts to convert inquiries into enrollments.
• Guide new families from their first contact through enrollment, helping them find the right program, schedule, and teacher fit.
• Use Musicologie’s and Early Edge’s marketing systems to promote programs, manage leads, and grow enrollment.
• Collaborate with ownership to develop and implement local marketing campaigns, community outreach, and partnerships that build awareness and drive growth.
• Maintain accurate records of lead conversions, inquiries, and follow-ups, using data to inform enrollment strategies.
• Lead the hiring, onboarding, and coaching of our talented music and academic instructors using both Musicologie and Early Edge Education’s proven systems.
• Foster a supportive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
• Support ongoing professional development and ensure instructors deliver high-quality learning experiences that align with each brand’s standards.
• Oversee daily studio operations to keep both Musicologie and Early Edge spaces running efficiently and looking their best.
• Manage supplies, materials, and merchandise ordering.
• Handle student payments, attendance, and data accuracy in our systems.
• Coordinate schedules, classrooms, and instructor availability across all programs.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Benefits: Starting at $46,000 – $52,000 (based on experience), plus incentive pay and available health benefits.
• Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lessons for you or your family members across both Musicologie and Early Edge programs once the studio is stable.
• Comprehensive on-the-job training
• Supportive, creative work environment
• Opportunity to grow with us as we expand into a full STEAM learning hub.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed