National Presbyterian School, an independent, coeducational elementary school (Pre-K 3 through 6^th Grade) in Washington, D.C., seeks a full-time Director of Admissions and Financial Aid, who will begin in the summer of 2023.

The Admissions Director manages all aspects of the admissions process for prospective families at all NPS grade levels. Responsibilities include: systematic handling of applications and communication with applicant families; organization and administration of the financial aid program; evaluation and production of appropriate admissions and marketing materials, mailings and publications; management of current student re-enrollment for the succeeding year; maintenance of relevant statistics on all aspects of the admissions and re-enrollment program; oversight of the admissions budget, and representation of the school at various admissions and school events, as well as area admissions fairs, conferences, and workshops. The Admissions Director oversees the Associate Director of Admissions, works closely with school administrators and faculty, and reports directly to the Head of School.

The school is looking for candidates who possess the following qualifications and characteristics: 

• Experience in admissions, preferably in an independent school, and/or in sales and marketing, with elementary school teaching or administrative experience a plus
• Proficiency with technology, including Word, Outlook, Excel, Google Suite, as well as experience with student information systems and web-based application and financial aid portals
• Excellent writing, editing and communication skills
• A warm, welcoming, and friendly demeanor to serve as the face of the school with prospective families
• High degree of integrity, discretion, and trustworthiness
• Ability to manage and work with people productively and collaboratively
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically, resourcefully, and creatively
• Professional demeanor and presentation
• Strong organizational skills
• Facility with preparing and managing a budget

Individuals interested in applying for this position should please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to Head of School Malcolm Lester at malcolm.lester@nps-dc.org.

About National Presbyterian School

National Presbyterian School is an independent, co-educational 300+ student elementary (N-6th Grade) day school located in Washington, DC. Founded in 1969 as an educational mission of the National Presbyterian Church, National Presbyterian School is a traditional, elementary school dedicated to educational excellence in an ecumenical Christian environment. A loving and inclusive community, NPS strives to help children develop intellectual, spiritual, and personal foundations that will serve them throughout their lives.

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