Recruitment & Admissions Coordinator

The Organization

For over 55 years, Urban Community School (UCS) has served Cleveland's children by providing an individualized, innovative, and challenging education. Rooted in the Ursuline Sisters' tradition of faith, character, and educational excellence, UCS engages our faculty, families, and community partners in the successful whole child development of students. Serving nearly 800 children from 6 weeks old through 8th grade, the school uses restorative practices and conscious discipline to foster growth and community. Accredited by the Independent School Association of the Central States (ISACS), UCS enrolls a student body in which seventy-six percent of families are economically disadvantaged.

Our growing 15-acre campus in the Ohio City neighborhood is home to a vibrant mix of facilities and partners. The Roundstone Athletic Center features the Glick Family Fieldhouse and the Greater Cleveland Sports Hall of Fame and Museum. The campus also hosts The MetroHealth System, House of Champions, Urban Squash Cleveland, USA Lacrosse, Re : Source Cleveland, and Facing History and Ourselves. Outdoor spaces include Doyle Field, a new Little League field, along with a sports mini-pitch, basketball court, lacrosse field, three playgrounds, and learning garden.

UCS is a recipient of the 2022 Top Workplace Award from The Plain Dealer, which is based solely on employee feedback. UCS has also been recognized as one of Cleveland's City Champions by The Plain Dealer, a National Green Ribbon School for Environmental Practices and Learning Model, and a School of Excellence by the Cleveland Foundation and The George Gund Foundation.

Role Overview

The Recruitment & Admissions Coordinator supports the school's mission by leading outreach, recruitment, and admissions efforts for students from 6 weeks old through 8th grade. This role ensures a welcoming and supportive admissions experience for prospective families. The Coordinator serves as a key ambassador for the school, building meaningful relationships with families, managing communications and events, and maintaining accurate enrollment data.

Responsibilities

Recruitment :

• Develop and implement strategic recruitment initiatives to attract new families that reflect the school's values and enrollment goals for infants - 8th grade.
• Represent the school with professionalism and enthusiasm at open houses, fairs, community events, and outreach programs.
• Build and maintain relationships with local community organizations to generate leads and referrals.
• Regularly connect with current families and alumni to generate leads and referrals.
• Collaborate with the development team to create compelling recruitment materials (brochures, social media content, videos, and digital campaigns) that effectively convey the school's story, values, and programs.
• Ensure outreach efforts are accessible to families, including bilingual communications when appropriate.

Admissions :

Skills and Competencies

Education and Experience

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Compensation and Benefits

Additional Information

Urban Community School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Urban Community School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Urban Community School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.