Admissions Coordinator - 2026-27 School Year

Company: St. George's Episcopal School
Location: New Orleans
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description: Reports to: Director of Admission Full Time 40 hours/week | 12 Month Non-Exempt | Mon-Fri (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.) and on-call as needed Position Summary The Admissions Coordinator reports to the Director of Admission and plays a critical, front-line role in welcoming prospective families to St. George’s Episcopal School. This position supports all facets of the admissions process—from initial inquiry through enrollment—with particular responsibility for coordinating and delivering thoughtful, personalized experiences for prospective families. Key responsibilities include scheduling and conducting campus tours, coordinating and facilitating student visits, managing admissions events such as open houses and information sessions and serving as a primary point of contact for applicant and newly enrolled families throughout and after the admissions cycle. The Admissions Coordinator works closely with faculty, staff and division leaders to ensure that each prospective family’s experience reflects St. George’s mission, culture and commitment to knowing and supporting every child. During peak points in the application cycle, the position requires flexibility to work outside of traditional business hours to support tours, interviews, events and family engagement. The ideal candidate brings experience in admissions, enrollment management, sales or other customer-facing roles, along with strong organizational skills, excellent interpersonal communication and the ability to create efficient, well-coordinated processes. Requirements: Essential Duties and Responsibilities Support the mission of St. George's and be knowledgeable about all aspects of school life in order to communicate our school value proposition with prospective and current parents as well as the community at large Maintain a working knowledge of curriculum, developmental stages and culture within each division to ensure information is accurately shared with prospective families Foster and maintain high ethical standards, integrity and respect for colleagues, alumni, parents and students throughout the admissions process, following the NAIS Principles of Good Practice for Admissions Contribute to the standards of the school by recruiting and retaining students who will benefit from and enrich the school’s unique culture and programmatic offerings, including the school’s commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive school community Carry out admissions procedures to gather information on prospective students, including visiting schools, meeting students, talking to parents and reaching out to school personnel/teachers for supplemental materials With the Director of Admission, plan special programs for prospective, incoming and current students and family members (i.e. Open Houses, information coffees, etc.) Assist in planning and facilitating recruitment programs and events, including maintaining a database of community partners and preschool directors Conduct Nursery to 8th grade tours, ensuring consistency in messaging and experience with other tour givers Regularly collaborate with the Director of Admission and Division Directors and attend professional development sessions in order to stay up-to-date with curricular and programmatic changes Monitor faculty and staff newsletters and blogs and reference curriculum night materials to remain apprised of classroom activities, units and projects Greet all incoming visitors and provide a warm welcome environment to all students, parents and other visitors Coordinate applicant visits and play dates, including scheduling, documentation, faculty needs and parent communications Work with the Admissions Screener to schedule applicant screenings during their on-campus visits, compiling documentation and feedback about visitors as needed for Admissions Committee meetings Attend all Admissions Committee meetings and serve on the board’s Marketing and Admission Committee Order St. George’s-branded materials, and manage all new enrollment mailings and welcome boxes, including print and swag components, as well as postage or drop-off Support the director as they develop and facilitate programs designed to retain currently enrolled families Attend Advancement Team meetings and support events and programs pertinent to Advancement Team colleagues, including Parents Group and development functions Monitor social media for mentions of or questions regarding enrollment at St. George’s Think creatively, utilizing an innovative approach and technology to create process efficiencies Maintain confidentiality of documents and information received Support admission and enrollment data entry, including the processing of all inquiries, applications and enrollments in collaboration with the Director of Admission Maintain logs and complete required training in accordance with St. George’s and state licensing standards: visitor log, required services log, CPR training, background checks, mandated reporter training, etc. Complete a once or twice-weekly carpool duty and support other administrative tasks as needed Complete other admissions-related tasks assigned by the Director of Admission Qualification Requirements Bachelor’s degree in education, business, communications, marketing or similar field required 5 years’ experience in sales or admissions or similar fast-paced environments An understanding of child development and a love for children Willingness to work extended hours, including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends for admission-related events, tours, etc. Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team; ability to work collaboratively with parents, faculty members and Division Directors Knowledge and experience of Google Suite products and similar technologies Backend experience and proficiency with a CRM or SIS preferred Sense of integrity, ethics and ability to carry out responsibilities in accordance with the school’s policies and procedures Ability to develop, maintain and promote cooperative, professional and respectful working relationships with all employees, parents, students, board members, volunteers and prospective families Enthusiasm for the job and a positive, supportive customer service approach and ability to work hard to support and strengthen the school’s brand across New Orleans Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong organizational and time management skills Commitment to the mission of St. George’s Episcopal School. About St. George’s Episcopal School St. George’s Episcopal School is a coeducational, independent school serving approximately 400 students from Nursery through eighth grade in a family-like atmosphere with a highly trained and dedicated faculty. We grow curious minds into confident learners through expert academic attention and an unmatched sense of belonging. Our version of personalized learning, our nurturing environment and our low student-to-teacher ratios ensure that we challenge and support every child. This is why our graduates develop into lifelong learners and consequently find acceptance and success in the finest high schools in New Orleans. Learn more at www.stgnola.org. St. George’s aims to employ a collaborative, creative, joyful and diverse faculty and staff. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other category protected by applicable law. We are committed to an inclusive school culture and to recruiting and hiring faculty of diverse backgrounds and experience.

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