Admissions and Enrollment Coordinator

Position Summary The Lyc e Fran ais de New York, a world-leading independent bilingual French K-12 educational institution, recognizes student safety and well-being as its first responsibilities.Indeed, at the Lyc e, the student is at the center of everything we do.Consistent with its mission to embrace diversity, our school strives to build an inclusive, culturally sensitive, and equitable community of teaching and learning where everyone feels a strong sense of belonging in pursuit of educational excellence.The Admissions Department plays a vital role in the Lyc e's effort to attract, enroll, and retain a diverse and dynamic student population who will benefit from the school's unique culture and programmatic offerings and contribute to the community.Lyc e Fran ais de New York seeks a full-time (12-month) Admissions and Enrollment Coordinator to join an experienced team of admissions professionals.With demonstrated success, this role is designed as a pathway to the Assistant Director of Admissions position.The Admissions and Enrollment Coordinator is an integral member of the Admission Office team and plays a key role in creating welcoming, informative experiences for prospective families.The Admission Office welcomes hundreds of families annually during the Admission season and serves as the first and most extensive point of contact for many people's experience with the Lyc e.The Coordinator reports to the Director of Admissions and Enrollment and works closely with the Associate Directors of Admissions and the Admissions Operations Manager.This position requires exceptional organizational skills, cultural competence, and a deep understanding of the French education system to effectively guide families through the admissions process.The ideal start date would be August 17, 2026.At the Lyc e, all employees are committed to the delivery of the School's Mission, to upholding its Diversity Statement and to supporting the vision of the Head of School and the Board of Trustees.They are expected to provide encouragement, offer positive reinforcement, and show respect for each student and each other.This position requires additional work hours as needed for school events and/or school-sponsored activities.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Tour Leadership and Family Engagement Lead in-person tours of the school during the day for prospective families Serve as a knowledgeable ambassador for the school's bilingual program and French educational approach Respond to family inquiries with warmth, accuracy, and cultural sensitivity Guide prospective students and families through the admissions process Program Coordination Coordinate the Secondary Student Ambassador Program, including recruitment, training, and scheduling of student ambassadors Coordinate the Better Together parent-to-parent connections program, facilitating connections between current and prospective families Assist with program logistics and communications throughout the admissions cycle Event Planning and Execution Coordinate signature admissions events, including:Annual Saturday Open House in the fall Preschool Playdate in the summer Additional on-campus programs for prospective students and families Assist with event logistics, including registration, communications, materials, and follow-up Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless event execution Assist with virtual and in-person Y6-12 admissions events as needed Y6-12 Admissions Process Support Assist the Director of Admissions and Enrollment in developing and refining the Y6-12 admission process for new students and parents.Support the implementation of Middle and High School admission and recruitment strategies.Assist with organizing Secondary Student Evaluation Day Support application review and data management as needed Administrative and Operational Support Update the admissions application database and event calendars as needed Provide coverage for absent Admissions team members Maintain accurate records and provide admissions data reports as requested Assist with other duties and projects as assigned Community Building and Retention Assist with retention initiatives with current students and parents Help cultivate relationships with feeder schools and community-based organizations Actively participate in the student community by supporting the Student Life program (e.g., serving as a club advisor, chaperoning school trips, supporting events of other departments) Professional Collaboration and Growth Work collaboratively with colleagues across all departments to foster a positive working and educational environment Attend and participate in required faculty and staff meetings and department meetings Participate fully in individual reviews and evaluations; be open to feedback and set goals with a supervisor Pursue professional development opportunities; display willingness and ability to grow, learn, and practice self-reflection Work in close collaboration with the pedago