La Scuola International School
Director of Admissions & Enrollment
La Scuola International School, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Company Description
Founded in 2002, La Scuola International School is the world’s only Reggio Emilia inspired, International Baccalaureate (IB) and Italian language immersion school. It serves over 460 students in the Bay Area with two San Francisco campuses (Preschool - Grade 8), one Silicon Valley campus (Preschool - Grade 3), and a campus opening in the 2026‑27 school year in Milan, Italy. La Scuola blends the International Baccalaureate, Reggio Emilia, Singapore Math, Science of Reading Research, Writing Workshop, and Polyanna, a renowned racial literacy program to create an inclusive, globally-minded community where families speak more than 34 languages.
Position Overview La Scuola International School seeks an experienced, strategic, relationship‑driven Director to lead Admissions and Enrollment across three campuses, Preschool through Grade 8. Reporting to the Head of School or Director of Advancement, the Director will develop and implement a comprehensive admissions strategy that supports and expands the school’s mission, sustainability and commitment to community and belonging. As a senior leader and ambassador, the Director represents La Scuola with warmth, professionalism, and integrity across the independent school landscape.
Core Responsibilities
Embrace, embody, and clearly communicate the vision, mission and values of La Scuola.
Possess a rich and intimate knowledge of the Reggio Emilia approach, IB PYP and MYP, and language immersion curricula.
Oversee all aspects of admissions, including engaging recruitment, admission and retention of a diverse, qualified and dynamic student body.
Foster a diverse Preschool through Grade 8 student body based on socio‑economic factors, race & ethnicity, family structure, and other markers.
Lead the design and execution of a multi‑year strategic enrollment plan aligned with the School’s Strategic Plan and financial sustainability goals.
Manage key admissions processes, maintain ethical decision‑making protocols, and ensure timely handling of applications and communications with families.
Collaborate on retention initiatives, community & family engagement, and marketing, communications & external relations to support enrollment goals.
Partner financially with the CFO and Business Office to manage the admissions budget and administer Sliding Scale Tuition programs.
Maintain enrollment management systems, develop dashboards, analyze data, and use insights to inform strategy and daily decisions.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 7–10 years of leadership experience and demonstrated success in admissions or enrollment management, preferably in an independent school.
Desired Personal Qualities
Strong organizational and time‑management skills; ability to prioritize.
Exceptional collaboration, interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience utilizing data to optimize admissions and enrollment processes and financial acumen.
Deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Cultural competence and experience working with international and multilingual communities strongly preferred.
High proficiency with technology (Google Drive, enrollment management systems and CRM platforms).
High degree of discretion, judgment, and professionalism.
Eager to join the La Scuola community and participate in all aspects of school life, including events that occur outside standard work hours.
Additional Information Start Date: May 2026 Salary Range: $135,000 – $170,000, commensurate with background and experience.
Benefits & Compensation Full‑time positions receive generous compensation and benefits package, including medical, vision and dental coverage. The school also offers an employer‑matched retirement account (up to 5%), FSA, HSA, commuter benefits, group life insurance, long‑term disability insurance, employee assistance program and world travel assistance. Other benefits include personal time off, paid federal holidays and school closures, daily warm lunch on site, employee referral bonuses, outstanding professional development and mentorship throughout the year, and free employee childcare for students enrolled at La Scuola during professional development days.
How to Apply Refer to the Employment Opportunities within and apply online. Please include a cover letter sharing your background and interest, your résumé as a first step, prepare to share three professional references and a teaching demonstration. As part of the interview process, you can expect to meet with our Human Resources team and other key members of the School Leadership team, including the Head of School.
Additional Information Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Prior to beginning work and as a condition of employment in order to comply with the law, all employees must provide documentation to prove eligibility to work in the United States. Final candidates will need to pass both Criminal Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance and a physical exam, and provide a recent copy of a negative TB test and other immunization records.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Education and Training Primary and Secondary Education
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Position Overview La Scuola International School seeks an experienced, strategic, relationship‑driven Director to lead Admissions and Enrollment across three campuses, Preschool through Grade 8. Reporting to the Head of School or Director of Advancement, the Director will develop and implement a comprehensive admissions strategy that supports and expands the school’s mission, sustainability and commitment to community and belonging. As a senior leader and ambassador, the Director represents La Scuola with warmth, professionalism, and integrity across the independent school landscape.
Core Responsibilities
Embrace, embody, and clearly communicate the vision, mission and values of La Scuola.
Possess a rich and intimate knowledge of the Reggio Emilia approach, IB PYP and MYP, and language immersion curricula.
Oversee all aspects of admissions, including engaging recruitment, admission and retention of a diverse, qualified and dynamic student body.
Foster a diverse Preschool through Grade 8 student body based on socio‑economic factors, race & ethnicity, family structure, and other markers.
Lead the design and execution of a multi‑year strategic enrollment plan aligned with the School’s Strategic Plan and financial sustainability goals.
Manage key admissions processes, maintain ethical decision‑making protocols, and ensure timely handling of applications and communications with families.
Collaborate on retention initiatives, community & family engagement, and marketing, communications & external relations to support enrollment goals.
Partner financially with the CFO and Business Office to manage the admissions budget and administer Sliding Scale Tuition programs.
Maintain enrollment management systems, develop dashboards, analyze data, and use insights to inform strategy and daily decisions.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 7–10 years of leadership experience and demonstrated success in admissions or enrollment management, preferably in an independent school.
Desired Personal Qualities
Strong organizational and time‑management skills; ability to prioritize.
Exceptional collaboration, interpersonal and communication skills.
Experience utilizing data to optimize admissions and enrollment processes and financial acumen.
Deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Cultural competence and experience working with international and multilingual communities strongly preferred.
High proficiency with technology (Google Drive, enrollment management systems and CRM platforms).
High degree of discretion, judgment, and professionalism.
Eager to join the La Scuola community and participate in all aspects of school life, including events that occur outside standard work hours.
Additional Information Start Date: May 2026 Salary Range: $135,000 – $170,000, commensurate with background and experience.
Benefits & Compensation Full‑time positions receive generous compensation and benefits package, including medical, vision and dental coverage. The school also offers an employer‑matched retirement account (up to 5%), FSA, HSA, commuter benefits, group life insurance, long‑term disability insurance, employee assistance program and world travel assistance. Other benefits include personal time off, paid federal holidays and school closures, daily warm lunch on site, employee referral bonuses, outstanding professional development and mentorship throughout the year, and free employee childcare for students enrolled at La Scuola during professional development days.
How to Apply Refer to the Employment Opportunities within and apply online. Please include a cover letter sharing your background and interest, your résumé as a first step, prepare to share three professional references and a teaching demonstration. As part of the interview process, you can expect to meet with our Human Resources team and other key members of the School Leadership team, including the Head of School.
Additional Information Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. Prior to beginning work and as a condition of employment in order to comply with the law, all employees must provide documentation to prove eligibility to work in the United States. Final candidates will need to pass both Criminal Justice Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance and a physical exam, and provide a recent copy of a negative TB test and other immunization records.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Education and Training Primary and Secondary Education
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