Trevor Day School is seeking a full-time and/or part-time Middle and Upper School Assistant Director of Admissions. This is a twelve-month (full-time) or ten-month (part-time), in-person position beginning July 1, 2024. 

Primary responsibilities include engaging in all aspects of admissions operations for Middle and Upper School in order to advance Trevor Day School’s mission. 

Skills and Competencies:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of admissions experience, preferably in an independent Middle and Upper School and have an interest in being involved in school-wide committees and activities. Bachelor’s degree required, classroom experience preferred. 

In addition, the candidate will demonstrate the following:   

• dedication to the goal of creating and maintaining a vibrant and inclusive community

• a commitment to independent school education

• knowledge of best practices and current trends in middle and upper school education and enrollment

• exceptional interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse group of people, including students, parents, faculty, and staff

• ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment

• strategic thinking and creative problem-solving with the ability to see the big picture

• proficient with technology including databases, spreadsheets, and online application platforms

• exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management skills

• commitment to confidentiality and good judgment on sensitive matters

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in the coordination and event planning for recruitment events – Open Houses, Interviews, Campus Tours, Revisit days, etc.

• Conduct tours and interviews, read and evaluate applications, and serve as a member of the Admissions Committee

• Communicate with applicants throughout the admissions process regarding missing application materials and other application-related topics via email and phone

• Perform other relevant duties as needed and assigned

• Must be available to work weekend and evening hours, as needed

About Trevor Day School

Trevor Day School (www.trevor.org) is a Nursery through 12th-grade  coeducational, independent school in Manhattan serving approximately 740 students. Trevor Day School educates college-bound students to achieve academic and personal excellence in an inquiry-driven, idea-rich community. Trevor celebrates diversity of thought, experiences, and culture; promotes compassion, collaboration, courage, and creativity; and develops in children a recognition of their own unique potential as lifelong learners and leaders who act as responsible global citizens. The school offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Trevor Day School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our community.

The salary range for this position is $50,000–$90,000. When extending an offer for employment, Trevor Day School bases the salary upon several factors that include (but are not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education, training, key skills, and peer salary equity.