Manhattan Charter Schools (the Schools) are two high-performing charter schools located on the Lower East Side in New York City. The Schools are committed to providing its students with the tools and support necessary for success. Since its founding in 2005 as a 501c3 nonprofit organization, Manhattan Charter School (MCS) has consistently achieved high levels of success. In 2012, MCS opened Manhattan Charter School 2 (MCS2), a replication of MCS located a few blocks away, expanding on the groundwork laid by MCS and bringing high levels of academic achievement to more students.
Our vision is to offer a high-quality, public school education that will help close the opportunity, imagination, and achievement gaps for our high-need students by empowering, inspiring, and equipping them to fulfill their potential.
Our mission is to teach our students how to learn and love doing it, how to cultivate their curious minds for the rest of their lives, and how to develop a solid foundation on which to base wise choices and build meaningful lives.
Reports to: Principals, Director of Student Services
Location: Assigned School Campuses
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Full-Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Enrollment Specialist ensures a smooth, equitable, and compliant enrollment process for all students and families. This role manages the full enrollment cycle—from offer through registration—while building positive relationships with families and ensuring that all enrollment data and records are accurate, timely, and compliant with state, local, and authorizer requirements. The Enrollment Specialist is both detail-oriented and family-centered, helping to ensure that every student has access to high-quality educational opportunities.

Maintain accurate enrollment data and documentation in compliance with state, local, and authorizer requirements.

• Generate regular reports on enrollment progress, projections, and trends for school and network leadership

Family Engagement & Outreach:

• Leads the schools’ community canvassing efforts to increase student enrollment and awareness of the school and connect directly with prospective families.

Serve as the primary point of contact for prospective families throughout the enrollment process.

• Support and coordinate outreach activities such as open houses, school tours, community events, and information sessions.

• • Provide clear, responsive, and culturally competent communication to families inquiring about enrollment.
    Application, Lottery, & Registration Management:

Manage applications using the enrollment management system (PowerSchool and ATS).

• Support the execution of the annual admissions lottery in full compliance with authorizer and state regulations.

• Lead communication in collaboration with the Network Admissions team through the seat offer process, ensuring families receive timely and accurate communication.

• • Collect, review, and process all required registration documents (proof of residence, immunizations, records, etc.).
    Data Management & Compliance:

Maintain accurate enrollment data and documentation in compliance with state, local, and authorizer requirements.

• Generate regular reports on enrollment progress, projections, and trends for school and network leadership.

• • Monitor student attrition and support re-enrollment campaigns to ensure student retention goals are met.
    Collaboration & School Support:

Partner with school-based operations teams to ensure smooth onboarding of new students.

• Support family orientation and welcome events to build strong school-family relationships.

• • Assist with network-wide enrollment projects and initiatives as needed.

Partner with school leaders and the operations team to ensure smooth handoffs from admissions to student registration and onboarding.

• Support family orientation events and onboarding activities for new students.

• • Assist in special projects related to enrollment, recruitment, and retention as assigned.
    Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.

• Experience in admissions, student recruitment, customer service, or a related field preferred.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse communities.

• • Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and enrollment management systemsHighly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English or other relevant language) required.
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• Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the charter school network.
  
  Core Competencies

Family-Centered Mindset: Creates a welcoming and supportive admissions process for all families.

• Equity & Access: Demonstrates commitment to ensuring every family has equal access to admissions opportunities.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with school-based teams and central office staff.

• Adaptability: Navigates shifting deadlines, regulations, and enrollment targets with flexibility.

• • Integrity & Compliance: Maintains confidentiality and ensures full adherence to state, local, and authorizer enrollment regulations.