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Careers At Sidwell Friends School
Welcome to the Human Resources Department at Sidwell Friends School. Sidwell Friends prides itself in offering a high quality educational experience to those who will lead the next generation. To that end, we are seeking qualified individuals with the knowledge, skills and abilities to enhance the student experience at Sidwell Friends. We encourage you to review the job postings below and to contact us for additional information. Assistant Director of Admissions
Sidwell Friends School is seeking an assistant director of admissions. This is a full-time, 12-month position and will report to the Assistant Head of School for Enrollment Management and Financial Aid. At Sidwell Friends, we seek candidates with relevant experience, a commitment to excellence, and an enthusiasm for being a member of our vibrant and diverse community. We hire culturally competent candidates who effectively incorporate the values of our philosophy and diversity statements in their professional roles. Position Summary: An integral member of the school’s enrollment management team, the assistant director of admissions provides support to the Assistant Head of School for Enrollment Management and works closely with colleagues, students, parents, and other groups to promote the school and help manage all aspects of the admissions process from inquiry to enrollment. The Assistant Director will be an active member of the school community and must intimately understand its program and mission. They will:
This person must work proficiently with enrollment software and student information systems and be a nimble user of broader technology. They must work closely with the Coordinator for Outreach and other members of the team as needed. Qualified candidates must possess exceptional organization, time management, and oral and written communication skills; a commitment to inclusivity and diversity; a personality that is enthusiastic, outgoing and warm, a desire to know and care for students and their well-being, and a strong work ethic. They must maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information, and process and present data in a clear, focused manner. The best candidates must understand the goals of Friends education and independent schools and be able to articulate the unique aspects of our school to a diverse group of prospective families. They will have demonstrated a proven ability to cultivate relationships with internal and external constituents of Sidwell Friends and a desire to work diligently and strategically to grow that group. Finally, they must regularly seek to improve skills and learn from others through approved professional development. Primary Skills and Essential Duties:
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To Apply To be considered, qualified candidates must upload a cover letter, resume, and three references through our online application system (ClearCo). To learn more about our school, please visit https://www.sidwell.edu. Diversity Statement Sidwell Friends School affirms the centrality of diversity and inclusion in all aspects of academic and campus life. Honoring a multiplicity of voices, we celebrate shared joys and address tensions productively. Together, we are guided by Quaker testimonies and seek to answer the question, “How do we nurture a sense of belonging in our community and demonstrate our commitment to a just world |