Carney, Sandoe & Associates
Carney, Sandoe & Associates
an education recruitment firm is currently seeking an
Enrollment Director
for the
2026-2027 academic year
at
Kennedy International School
in New York, NY.
About CS&A Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.
About Kennedy International School Kennedy International School is an independent institution located in the heart of Manhattan, offering an exceptional bilingual and multicultural education. Its approach is rooted in self expression and differentiated pedagogy, designed to empower students from early childhood through 12th grade. The school provides a rigorous bilingual education that fosters global thinking and intercultural respect, helping to shape future leaders who embody empathy, integrity, and the skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Position The Enrollment Manager plays an essential role in advancing the mission and growth of Kennedy International School. The position focuses primarily on student recruitment and admissions, while also leading retention initiatives and enrollment-related events that strengthen continuity across divisions from Preschool through High School. As a small and close-knit community, the Enrollment Manager manages their own department and works independently while maintaining close collaboration with the Head of School, division directors, and the Marketing Department. The role ensures enrollment strategies are effective, data-driven, and reflective of the School’s bilingual and international identity.
This is a full-time, on-site position, and the Enrollment Manager is expected to work part of the summer to support ongoing admissions and re-enrollment operations. The start date is flexible, with the possibility of an immediate appointment or a start from July/early August 2026.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and manage the full admissions process, including inquiries, tours, applications, interviews, and enrollment documentation.
Serve as the main contact for prospective families, providing accurate information about the School’s French-English programs.
Organize and participate in recruitment and admissions events such as open houses, discovery days, and school fairs.
Collaborate with the Marketing Department to promote the School and strengthen visibility within the local and international community.
Lead retention efforts and initiatives, including re-enrollment coordination, transition events between divisions, and programs that support student continuity.
Maintain accurate admissions and enrollment data and prepare regular updates for the Head of School.
Enrollment Director Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; prior experience in school admissions or recruitment required.
Native or near-native command of French and fluency in English required; additional languages (Japanese or Spanish) are a plus.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a professional and welcoming demeanor.
Ability to manage a small department independently while collaborating effectively with other teams.
Proficiency with Finalsite EMS or similar enrollment management systems.
Knowledgeable about the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) and able to communicate its structure and philosophy to prospective families.
Must work on campus full-time; this is not a remote position.
Availability to work part of the summer to support admissions and enrollment operations.
Potential Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefit packages depend on school, location, experience, and degree.
Paid holidays, vacation and personal time.
Housing (boarding schools only).
Medical insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) plan.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function Education
Industries Education
Equal Opportunity Statement Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.
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an education recruitment firm is currently seeking an
Enrollment Director
for the
2026-2027 academic year
at
Kennedy International School
in New York, NY.
About CS&A Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.
About Kennedy International School Kennedy International School is an independent institution located in the heart of Manhattan, offering an exceptional bilingual and multicultural education. Its approach is rooted in self expression and differentiated pedagogy, designed to empower students from early childhood through 12th grade. The school provides a rigorous bilingual education that fosters global thinking and intercultural respect, helping to shape future leaders who embody empathy, integrity, and the skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
Position The Enrollment Manager plays an essential role in advancing the mission and growth of Kennedy International School. The position focuses primarily on student recruitment and admissions, while also leading retention initiatives and enrollment-related events that strengthen continuity across divisions from Preschool through High School. As a small and close-knit community, the Enrollment Manager manages their own department and works independently while maintaining close collaboration with the Head of School, division directors, and the Marketing Department. The role ensures enrollment strategies are effective, data-driven, and reflective of the School’s bilingual and international identity.
This is a full-time, on-site position, and the Enrollment Manager is expected to work part of the summer to support ongoing admissions and re-enrollment operations. The start date is flexible, with the possibility of an immediate appointment or a start from July/early August 2026.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate and manage the full admissions process, including inquiries, tours, applications, interviews, and enrollment documentation.
Serve as the main contact for prospective families, providing accurate information about the School’s French-English programs.
Organize and participate in recruitment and admissions events such as open houses, discovery days, and school fairs.
Collaborate with the Marketing Department to promote the School and strengthen visibility within the local and international community.
Lead retention efforts and initiatives, including re-enrollment coordination, transition events between divisions, and programs that support student continuity.
Maintain accurate admissions and enrollment data and prepare regular updates for the Head of School.
Enrollment Director Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; prior experience in school admissions or recruitment required.
Native or near-native command of French and fluency in English required; additional languages (Japanese or Spanish) are a plus.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with a professional and welcoming demeanor.
Ability to manage a small department independently while collaborating effectively with other teams.
Proficiency with Finalsite EMS or similar enrollment management systems.
Knowledgeable about the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) and able to communicate its structure and philosophy to prospective families.
Must work on campus full-time; this is not a remote position.
Availability to work part of the summer to support admissions and enrollment operations.
Potential Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefit packages depend on school, location, experience, and degree.
Paid holidays, vacation and personal time.
Housing (boarding schools only).
Medical insurance.
Vision insurance.
401(k) plan.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function Education
Industries Education
Equal Opportunity Statement Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.
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