Position Summary
Forsyth Country Day School seeks a dynamic, strategic, and relationship-driven Director of
Enrollment Management and Parent Engagement to lead all aspects of student recruitment,
admissions, enrollment, and re-enrollment, and to foster a vibrant and engaged parent
community.
This senior leadership role is responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive
enrollment strategy, strengthening the school’s presence in the broader community, and
ensuring an exceptional experience for prospective and current families. The Director serves as
a visible ambassador of the school and a key member of the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Enrollment Management & Strategy

• Lead and oversee all aspects of recruitment, admissions, enrollment, and re-enrollment
  across all divisions.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive, data-informed enrollment strategy aligned
  with institutional goals.
• Establish annual enrollment targets and monitor progress toward goals.
• rack, analyze, and report on key metrics including inquiries, applications, yield,
  retention, and attrition.
• Identify trends and make strategic recommendations to strengthen enrollment outcomes.
• Oversee the Associate Director of Admissions for Financial Aid and Scholarships
• Oversee the Admissions Assistant

Admissions & Outreach

• Design and execute a robust outreach plan to attract mission-appropriate families
• Plan and oversee admissions events, including open houses, tours, and family
  engagement opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships within the broader community through active involvement in local
  organizations, events, and networks.
• Serve as a visible and polished representative of the school in the community.

New Family Experience

• Oversee and enhance the onboarding experience for newly enrolled families.
• Ensure a seamless and welcoming transition for students and parents.
• Collaborate with academic teams, wellness, and belonging to support new family
  integration.

Parent Engagement & Community Building

• Serve as the primary liaison to the Parent Association and its leadership.
• Support and strengthen parent volunteer programs
• Develop and implement initiatives that foster meaningful parent engagement and
  community connection.
• Create opportunities for families to build relationships to enhance school culture and
  retention.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Serve as a member of the school’s leadership team, reporting directly to the Head of
  School.
• Participate in strategic planning and institutional initiatives.
• Collaborate across departments, including advancement and academics, to ensure
  alignment and effectiveness.
• Provide regular updates and insights to senior leadership on enrollment trends and
  community engagement.

School Presence & Representation

• Attend and actively participate in school events, including evenings and weekends.
  Serve as a highly visible, professional, and approachable representative of Forsyth
  Country Day School.
• Model the school’s values and mission in all interactions.
• Collaborate with Marketing to build a robust social media presence
• Actively engage current and past members of the FCDS community to build strength in
  the institution's storytelling and history.

Key Attributes

• Relationship-driven and community-oriented
  Strategic yet hands-on
• Collaborative and team-focused
• Energetic, visible, and approachable
• Mission-aligned and student-centered

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Successful experience as a Director of Admissions or Enrollment Management,
  preferably in independent schools.
• Strong analytical skills with a data-driven approach to strategy.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills
  Proven ability to engage diverse constituencies and build community
• Highly organized, strategic thinker with strong execution skills
• Confident, warm, and professional, representing the school effectively.

About Forsyth Country Day School

AISAP is the Association of Independent School Admission Professionals. In fact, AISAP is the only association that has admission and enrollment management professionals as its sole mission and focus. Our vibrant community of over 3,000 professionals is willing to share experiences and insights in all aspects of independent school and private school admission and enrollment management. With their help, we aspire to inspire and serve every admission and enrollment professional to maximize their impact on the world of education.

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