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Enrollment Specialist

Location: Orlando or Tampa, FL.

Requirement: Must be locally based to facilitate frequent in-person engagement with churches and community partners. This role is primarily on-site and focused on campus operations and community engagement, with the potential for occasional remote workdays as responsibilities allow.

Position Type: Non-exempt, full-time. While this is a 40-hour-a-week role, the schedule must be fluid to meet the demands of a new school launch. Candidates should expect a non-traditional schedule that includes evening informational sessions and weekend community outreach. We utilize a “flex-time” approach as much as possible to ensure total weekly hours remain balanced.

Reports to: School Director

Our client partners with churches and communities to launch high-quality Christian schools that combine strong academic instruction with biblical worldview education. Their model utilizes live virtual teachers paired with in-person facilitators, allowing students – anywhere- to receive personalized academic support while growing spiritually in a Christ-centered school environment.

Role Overview

Enrollment Specialist to support the launch and growth of several new Christian school campuses in central Florida. This individual will play a critical role in building strong enrollment pipelines, guiding families through the admissions process, and supporting operational components that ensure a successful school launch. This is a foundational hire. We aren’t just filling seats; the person in this role is a key architect in launching a movement of Christian education in Florida. This person will be the ‘face’ of the school for our first 100 families- and beyond. The Enrollment Specialist will work closely with the School Director and leadership team to recruit and enroll students, support compliance requirements related to scholarship programs, and help create a strong community presence for each campus from launch to growth phase.

We are looking for a candidate who brings:

? A Start-up Mindset: Thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys community relationship building.

? Florida Expertise: Deep knowledge of the Step Up For Students scholarship and K–12 private school enrollment processes.

? Mission Alignment: Support for our hybrid learning model, which combines live virtual teaching with on-campus facilitation.

Key Responsibilities Student Recruitment & Enrollment

? Develop and execute enrollment strategies to recruit students for new Shining Star Christian School campuses

? Clearly communicate and promote Shining Star’s hybrid learning model to prospective families

? Manage prospective family inquiries and guide them through the full enrollment process

? Conduct parent meetings, informational sessions, and open house events ? Build and maintain an active enrollment pipeline using CRM tools

? Follow up consistently with prospective families to drive enrollment conversions Community Outreach

? Build relationships with local churches, community organizations, and homeschool groups to generate enrollment interest

? Represent Shining Star Christian Schools at community events and outreach initiatives

? Assist with local marketing efforts including flyers, school presentations, and promotional events Scholarship & Compliance Support

? Assist families in navigating the Step Up For Students scholarship program and other Florida school choice opportunities

? Support state mandated required documentation and compliance processes related to scholarship eligibility and enrollment requirements, ensuring the utmost confidentiality throughout the process.

? Work alongside school leadership to ensure proper enrollment documentation is collected and maintained Parent Communication & Retention

? Serve as a key point of contact for prospective and enrolled families

? Support parent communication throughout the enrollment and onboarding process

? As schools grow, help develop strategies that improve student retention and family engagement Administrative & Operational Support

? Assist with tuition collection processes and enrollment documentation ? Maintain accurate student records and enrollment data

? Support reporting and tracking through CRM systems

? Collaborate with school leadership to refine enrollment processes and outreach strategies Qualifications Required

? Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years equivalent professional experience

? Experience working with the Step Up For Students scholarship program

? Prior experience in K–12 private school enrollment or student recruitment

? Strong communication and relationship-building skills

? Ability to effectively explain and advocate for Shining Star’s hybrid education model

? Experience managing prospective families and enrollment pipelines

? Ability to organize and manage multiple outreach and enrollment initiatives

? Proven ability to maintain the highest levels of discretion and confidentiality regarding sensitive personal and financial information (student records, scholarship applications, and family data).

Preferred /

? Experience using CRM systems for enrollment tracking and follow-up. (We currently use Hubspot)

? Background in Christian education or working with faith-based organizations

? Experience supporting school start-ups or new campus launches

? Event planning or community outreach experience Skills & Competencies

? Excellent verbal and written communication

? Highly organized with strong attention to detail

? Self-starter who thrives in a growth environment

? Ability to connect with families and quickly build trust

? Strong follow-up and pipeline management skills