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Director of Admissions
The Children's School —La Jolla, CA
- $135,000 - $175,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Bachelor's degree
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Success Education Colleges —San Diego, CA
- $90,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
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Director, Admissions and Records
San Diego Community College District —San Diego, CA
- $9,456.53 - $15,403.70 a month
- Overtime
- Office
- 3 years
- University
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Director of Admissions and Development
Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego —San Diego, CA
- $47,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Spanish
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Director of Admissions

The Children's School -
La Jolla, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$135,000 - $175,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Job Title: Director of Admissions
Location: San Diego, CA
Reports To: Head of School
Employment Type: Full-Time, 12-Month Position

Position Overview
The ideal candidate will be a strategic and relational leader and will be responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive enrollment management program for a early childhood–8 school. This role oversees all aspects of the admissions process, from inquiry through enrollment, with a focus on attracting, enrolling, and retaining mission-aligned students and families.

The Director of Admissions serves as a primary ambassador of the school, cultivating strong relationships with prospective families and representing the school within the broader community.

The Children's School, an independent school located in La Jolla, California, inspires children from toddlers through grade eight with a rich academic and unique social curriculum. The school seeks to inspire each child’s unique potential and desire for life-long learning. The Children's School is accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools. To learn more about The Children’s School, please visit www.tcslj.org.

Key Responsibilities

Admissions Strategy & Leadership

Develop and execute a strategic admissions and enrollment management plan aligned with the school’s mission and goals
Analyze enrollment trends, demographics, and market data to inform recruitment strategies
Work with the Head of School to set and monitor enrollment targets and yield rates

Recruitment & Outreach

Lead all recruitment efforts, including open houses, tours, and community events
Build relationships with feeder schools, community organizations, and relocation networks
Identify and expand outreach to diverse and mission-appropriate applicant pools

Admissions Process Management

Oversee the full admissions cycle: inquiry, application, assessment, decision, and enrollment
Ensure a warm, responsive, and personalized experience for all prospective families
Coordinate with faculty and staff on student assessments, classroom visits, and admissions events

Financial Aid Collaboration

Partner with the Director of Finance and Head of School on financial aid strategy and allocation
Support equitable access by effectively communicating financial aid opportunities

Data & Systems Management

Work with the Associate Director of Admissions to maintain accurate records of prospective and enrolled families in the admissions database
Generate reports and dashboards to track admissions funnel metrics and trends

Marketing & Communications

Collaborate with the Director of Marketing and Communications to align messaging and branding
Contribute to the development of admissions materials, website content, and digital campaigns

Family Engagement & Retention

Work closely with school leadership to support student retention and family satisfaction
Serve as a point of contact for prospective and newly enrolled families

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
5+ years of experience in admissions, enrollment management, or related field (independent school experience strongly preferred)
Demonstrated success in meeting enrollment goals and managing admissions pipelines
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Strong organizational and project management abilities
Data-driven mindset with experience using admissions or SIS systems
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in enrollment practices

Personal Attributes

Warm, welcoming, and relationship-oriented
Strategic thinker with strong execution skills
High level of discretion and professionalism
Collaborative team player with a proactive mindset
Passion for education and child development

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range $135,000 - $175,000 based on experience
Comprehensive benefits package (health, retirement, professional development, etc.)

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of references to: John Fowler, Head of School, [email protected].

In compliance with California SB 848, TCS requires candidates to provide references for all schools where a candidate was previously employed before an offer of employment will be made.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Children’s School is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to build a diverse and inclusive community. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Pay: $135,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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