About the Waldorf School of Louisville :
- The Waldorf School of Louisville (WSL) is a fee-based, independent school in Jefferson County, serving children from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8.
- The school was established in 1992, and has been providing a unique curriculum that blends the arts with rigorous academics for over thirty years.
- The curriculum has been successful meeting the needs of our children worldwide, for over 100 years.
- Waldorf education awakens a lifelong love of learning, inspires critical thinking, and fosters emotional intelligence in our students.
- We educate the whole child, guided by a deep understanding of human development. Waldorf is non-denominational and open to children of all cultural, racial, and religious backgrounds.
The Waldorf School of Louisville strives to make Waldorf education available to all families who value it, regardless of financial circumstances. Position Overview :
The Admissions and Communications Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring a vibrant and thriving school community by leading the admissions process, managing enrollment strategies, and supporting the school’s internal and external communications.This role involves close collaboration with the administration, faculty, families, and community members.The successful candidate will be an excellent communicator, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities with professionalism and warmth.They will be the first point of contact for prospective families and a key contributor to community engagement and retention initiatives. Key Responsibilities :
Admissions & Enrollment Works with the school’s registrar as the contacts for all prospective families from inquiry to enrollment.Schedules, conducts school tours and open houses.Works with the school’s development and marketing committees, guiding strategic planning, outreach activities, and enrollment events.Maintain and analyze enrollment data and recommend innovative strategies for recruitment and retention.Support and follow up with families transitioning to promote a welcoming and supportive experience. Communications & Marketing Supports the marketing team in the creation of internal and external communications, including the weekly newsletter.Supports the marketing team with managing social media accounts and maintaining current content on the school’s website and calendar.Develops promotional materials and oversee advertising strategies in collaboration with the Marketing Team Represent the school at community outreach events and festivals, maintaining high standards of public relations. Administrative Support Provide support at the front desk and assist with reception duties as needed.Assists with events coordination and hospitality Collaborate with teaching faculty and administration to promote parent engagement and uphold the school’s values and policies. Qualifications and physical requirements :
Post-secondary education or experience in a relevant field (e.g., Communications, Marketing, Education, Administration, etc).Prior experience in an independent school or nonprofit setting is preferred.Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. This job requires the ability to walk around the multi-acre campus While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including high heat, humidity, rain and wind as well as subfreezing temperatures and snow. Climb stairs, and lift up to 20 pounds unassisted Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.Ability to work independently and as a member of an administrative team Commitment to the mission, values, and vision of the Waldorf School of Louisville How to Apply :
If you think this position may be of interest to you : Please send a letter of interest, your resume, and a brief biography to hiring@waldorflouisville.com . Location & Compensation : This (part time) position is in-person, on-site at WSL’s campus..Compensation is $32,000 for 30 hours / week (year-round, salaried, exempt) 100% Tuition Remission for the oldest enrolled child 3% matching retirement IRA The Waldorf School is a safe space for all, regardless of race, gender, sexuality, country of origin, religion, or ability.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
WSL is a 501(c)3 community-serving nonprofit and an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to employ a diverse professional team representative of the young people it serves.Powered by JazzHR