Early Childhood Recruitment & Cultivation Manager

Early Childhood Recruitment & Cultivation Manager

 

Job Summary

The Early Childhood Recruitment and Cultivation Manager role is an integral part of the School Support & Service team, responsible for finding, cultivating, and gathering applications from new families into our six early childhood schools across the District of Columbia. The starting salary range for this role is $86,280-$93,782. This is a full-time, occasional flexibility (up to 20% remote) role based at headquarters with an anticipated immediate start date.

About KIPP DC

For 25 years, KIPP DC has partnered with students, families, and the community to create joyful, academically excellent schools across the nation’s capital. Today, our network of 22 schools educate more than 7,500 students in grades PreK3-12, supported by 1,500 dedicated teachers, leaders, and staff.

Our work is grounded in five pillars–Academic Excellence, Joy & Sense of Belonging, Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders, Safe, Structured, and Nurturing Learning Environments, and Commitment to College Readiness–which ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to pursue success in college, careers, and beyond. Our schools combine high expectations with joyful, affirming environments that nurture academic success and personal growth for students and staff alike.

As part of the national KIPP network, we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington, D.C. Together, we strive toward a future without limits for our students, alumni, and community.

About the Role
This individual will collaborate closely with early childhood principals and teams, as well as the school support & service team, to conduct strategic outreach through partners and engagement opportunities. The ideal candidate is energetic, detail-oriented, and committed to driving enrollment growth in our early childhood programs.

Location and Type of Work
This is an exempt position and will report to the Director of Student Recruitment. As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families, we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. Schools operate in person and our students and families rely on us for in-person support, and this position will regularly provide on-site support to school teams, frequently partner with other headquarters teams, or regularly work in multiple locations. Because of the nature of the work, this role allows for occasional flexibility and will be required to be onsite 4 days per week.

Responsibilities
The percentages for each key responsibility are estimates, and other duties may be assigned. Flexibility and responsiveness are encouraged to accommodate organizational needs.

Early Childhood Recruitment & Outreach (40%)

• Conduct strategic outreach to attract new families to KIPP DC’s early childhood schools.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to increase applications and enrollment in PreK3, PreK4, and kindergarten.
• Cultivate relationships with community partners and stakeholders to expand the reach of recruitment efforts.
• Plan and execute events and initiatives to showcase the benefits of KIPP DC’s early childhood programs.
• Collaborate with early childhood principals and teams to identify target recruitment areas and populations.

Marketing & Communications (20%)

• Develop marketing materials and campaigns to promote KIPP DC’s early childhood programs.
• Utilize various communication channels, including social media and newsletters, to reach prospective families.
• Train and support staff in effectively communicating the value proposition of KIPP DC’s early childhood schools.
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to ensure consistency in messaging and branding.

Application and Enrollment Support & New Family Engagement (30%)

• Guide families through the application process, providing support and assistance as needed.
• Manage enrollment events and activities including the design and coordination to welcome new families and create a sense of community.
• Partner with the compliance team to ensure accurate and timely enrollment data.
• Track recruitment metrics, evaluate strategy effectiveness, and make adjustments based on your data.
• Use a CRM (Hubspot) to manage targeted outreach with families throughout the enrollment journey.

Team Collaboration & Reporting (10%)

• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities and enrollment data.
• Collaborate with the student recruitment team to share best practices and strategies.
• Participate in KIPP DC headquarters activities and contribute to organizational goals.

Requirements & Preferences

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of three years of experience in teaching, student advising, education leadership, or  student recruitment 
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
• Commitment to advancing KIPP DC’s anti-racist ambition through their work with staff, students, alumni, and families
• Passion for education reform and commitment to KIPP DC’s mission.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting student recruitment through targeted outreach and engagement.
• Experience providing support and guidance to preschool families.
• Experience in a customer service-oriented role 
• Ability to collaborate effectively and drive change in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with My School DC  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite; experience with applicant tracking databases or student information systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 25 pounds
• Ability to stand frequently
• Ability to travel including across KIPP DC schools
• Prolonged periods of sedentary work
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours or weekends, as necessary

Demonstrated Excellence in the Following Areas: 

• Commitment to Students and Schools: Demonstrates commitment to education reform, believing in every child's potential for success and prioritizing students, schools, and the essential role of families.
• Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving: Finds creative solutions to challenges that achieve broader goals of team and organization.
• Project Management: Sets a high bar for own work and supports others to achieve desired team outcomes.
• Communications and Influence:  Demonstrates adept communication skills an