What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admission Specialist position at Kiddie Academy of Winter Park?
About Us:
Kiddie Academy is driven to prepare children for life. Through our passion for early childhood education, community commitment, and our Life Essentials curriculum, we're here to educate and encourage children.
Our team is comprised of professional individuals who embody integrity, responsibility and passion. Our work environment includes:
- On-Site Training
- Growth Opportunities
- Family Oriented Culture
Kiddie Academy of Oakland is a renowned leader in education-based child care for over 2 years!
Position Summary
The Admissions Specialist is responsible for driving student enrollment and supporting the overall growth of Kiddie Academy. This role combines sales, admissions management, community engagement, and operational awareness, working directly with the Director and the Administrative/Marketing team to recruit families, increase visibility, and achieve enrollment goals. The Admissions Specialist will serve as the first point of contact for prospective families and represent the academy at community and promotional events.
Key Responsibilities:
Admissions & Enrollment
- Manage the admissions pipeline from inquiry to enrollment.
- Conduct tours and provide information about Kiddie Academy’s curriculum, programs, and philosophy.
- Collaborate with the Director to understand enrollment needs, including classroom capacity and program demand.
- Ensure admissions strategies align with staffing levels and teacher training needs.
- Follow up with prospective families through phone, email, and in-person meetings.
- Maintain accurate records of leads, conversions, and enrollment activity.
Community Outreach & Partnerships
- Build and maintain relationships with local businesses, organizations, and community groups to create referral pipelines.
- Organize and participate in local events, fairs, and networking opportunities.
- Develop partnerships with nearby stores, businesses, and corporate offices to promote the academy.
Events & Promotions
- Coordinate and promote Open House events and other family recruitment activities.
- Partner with the Administrative/Marketing team to execute campaigns, track leads, and implement promotional strategies.
- Represent Kiddie Academy with professionalism at all community-facing activities.
Operational Awareness
- Understand and anticipate the needs of the academy in enrollment, staffing, and teacher training.
- Communicate enrollment trends to the Director and the Administrative team to help guide hiring and professional development decisions.
- Provide feedback from families and the community to improve programs, services, and staff training initiatives.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in sales, marketing, admissions, or customer service.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Goal-oriented and motivated by performance-based success.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple leads and tasks.
- Comfortable working some evenings or weekends for events.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish or Portuguese) preferred but not required.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Ability to align enrollment strategies with staffing and training needs.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary plus commission per new enrollment.
- Opportunity for uncapped earnings based on performance.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 2% match
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000