Lower School Admissions Associate

Perelman Jewish Day School•Cheltenham Township, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Perelman Jewish Day School, a Pre-K to 5th grade independent school in the Philadelphia area, is seeking a warm, organized, and enthusiastic Lower School Admissions Associate to join the team that will recruit, enroll, and retain a diverse and dynamic student body. In the fall of 2027–2028, Perelman Jewish Day School and Jack M. Barrack Hebrew Academy will unify to create a new independent PreK–12 Jewish community day school. The Lower School Admissions Associate will be a key partner in supporting the school’s growth during this exciting period of transition. They will play an integral role in shaping the inaugural class of the new school while supporting long-term enrollment growth in the community. This role is ideal for a relationship-oriented professional who enjoys working closely with families and serving as an ambassador for the school community. The Lower School Admissions Associate will report to the Director of Enrollment and work in close partnership with the Enrollment, Academic and Institutional Advancement teams across all campuses. A primary focus of this role will be managing the admissions process for prospective families at the Forman Center and serving as a key point of contact for the Forman families throughout their journey.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Experience in education, admissions, or a customer-facing role preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build meaningful relationships
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks
Collaborative, flexible, and eager to be part of a team-oriented environment
Ability to work occasional evenings and Sundays with advance notice

Nice To Haves

Experience with Google suite, Blackbaud or a different enrollment management system a plus
Familiarity with the Greater Philadelphia Jewish community, particularly the Northern Suburbs, is preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary liaison for prospective families at the Forman Center, guiding them through the admissions process from inquiry through enrollment
Conduct tours for prospective families, with a primary focus on the Forman Center, while also supporting tours at the Stern Center
Manage a portfolio of applicants, including tracking applicant progress, coordinating visits, and ensuring timely communication with families
Support recruitment efforts by helping to identify and engage prospective families including outreach to feeder schools, community organizations and synagogues particularly those in the Northern Suburbs.
Partner with the Director of Enrollment to plan and execute admissions and recruitment events across both campuses (visiting days, open houses)
Collaborate with faculty and administrators to ensure a strong and seamless visit experience for applicants
Partner with faculty and administrators to evaluate applicants and support admissions decisions
Maintain accurate records and assist in data tracking related to admissions and enrollment
Support communication efforts, including follow-up with prospective families and coordination of admissions materials
Cultivate relationships with current families to support retention and word of mouth recruitment