Enrollment & Operations Coordinator at Primrose School of East Brunswick in NJ-East Brunswick-08816

Job description

• Primrose School of East Brunswick is seeking an experienced, organized, and confident Enrollment & Operations Coordinator to join our Leadership Team. This is a dynamic role focused on enrollment growth, center operations, family engagement, marketing, and community involvement. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who can confidently manage multiple priorities, communicate effectively with families and staff, and serve as a strong extension of the Owner and Leadership Team.
• This is an opportunity to become an integral part of a Leadership Team and have a direct impact on the growth, culture, and success of our school. We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the school, develop their leadership skills, and build a long-term career in early childhood education and center operations.
• If you are an experienced childcare professional with strong organizational, leadership, communication, and enrollment skills and are ready to take an active role in the success of a growing center, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Support the Owner and Leadership Team with daily center operations, administrative tasks, and special projects.
• Manage prospective family leads, tours, follow-ups, enrollment, and registration.
• Maintain and project classroom rosters to anticipate future availability and enrollment opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with prospective and current families and assist with resolving concerns professionally and effectively.
• Manage the center's social media presence, creating engaging content while strictly following confidentiality and photo/video policies.
• Identify local marketing and community partnership opportunities to increase school visibility and enrollment.
• Plan and support family events, staff appreciation activities, school events, and community outreach.
• Help foster a positive, welcoming, and connected culture among families and team members.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, etc.) to maximize organization and efficiency.
• Communicate professionally and confidently with families, staff, leadership, and community partners.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar childcare enrollment, operations, administrative, admissions, or leadership role is required.
• Strong leadership, communication, writing, and public-speaking skills.
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to confidently diffuse challenging situations and communicate with professionalism and empathy.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems and software.
• Self-motivated, dependable, proactive, and able to work independently.
• Comfortable balancing enrollment, operations, marketing, and family engagement in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional, approachable, and committed to creating a positive experience for children, families, and staff.

Skills

Required

• Leadership
• Communication
• Writing
• Public-speaking
• Organization
• Time management
• Attention to detail
• Empathy
• Professionalism
• Self-motivation
• Dependability
• Proactivity

Benefits

• As a preschool teacher, you'll develop the skills you need to advance your career in education or launch the next chapter of your professional life.
• Teachers at Primrose schools are educators, not babysitters. They all use our Balanced Learning approach - an exclusive, research-informed method that gives you both structure and flexibility, so you can make the most of every moment in the classroom.
• You'll be part of a team of educators and in-school leaders who feel more like family and are as invested in the children - and your future - as you are.
• $19–$23/hour, based on education, relevant experience, skill level, and years of experience.
• Hands-on training with the Leadership Team
• Online training and professional development
• Ongoing coaching and support
• Opportunities for increased responsibility and career advancement
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