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Uncommon Schools

Non-profit K-12 charter school network

Enrollment Coordinator

Community Outreach & ProgramsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBoston, MA, USA$20.60 - $26.97 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • One to two years of relevant experience in student recruitment, grassroots canvassing, or community engagement is required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities are required.
  • Strong organization, time management, and follow-through skills are required.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze data with high attention to detail is required.
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities effectively is required.

Responsibilities

  • Organize and participate in grassroots outreach, including door-to-door canvassing, flyering neighborhood businesses, and tabling at local events.
  • Build and cultivate relationships with community-based organizations across Boston to engage prospective families.
  • Plan and execute in-person and virtual enrollment events for prospective families.
  • Serve as a positive ambassador for Roxbury Prep Charter School throughout the community.
  • Support families in learning about Roxbury Prep Charter School as an educational option for their students.
  • Contact and nurture prospective family leads using Salesforce.
  • Answer frequently asked questions and offer in-person and virtual opportunities for families to visit schools and interact with current parents and staff.
  • Guide families through each step of the application and enrollment process.
  • Use enrollment tracking systems to monitor progress toward recruitment goals and refine outreach practices.
  • Maintain data integrity and manage recruitment records with a strong attention to detail.
  • Complete additional projects and duties as assigned to support Roxbury Prep schools.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • Written and verbal fluency in Spanish or Haitian Creole is preferred.
  • Prior experience with canvassing, tabling, flyering, or grassroots community organizing is preferred.
  • Strong problem-solving skills are preferred.
  • Access to a car for local travel within Boston is preferred.

About the Company

Uncommon Schools

Non-profit K-12 charter school network

Uncommon Schools operates a network of public charter K-12 schools that serve students from low-income backgrounds. It runs 57 schools in northeastern cities such as Boston, Camden, Newark, New York City, Rochester, and Troy, serving over 21,000 students. The organization provides a structured curriculum, strong school culture, and ongoing professional development for teachers and leaders, funded by per-pupil public dollars and private donations. Its model emphasizes rigorous academics, character development, and college preparation to close achievement gaps. Compared with many competitors, Uncommon Schools reports higher SAT and AP scores and higher college-degree attainment for its graduates, especially among Black and Latinx students. The goal is to ensure students graduate prepared for college and succeed in higher education and beyond by expanding access to high-quality public education for low-income communities.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$1.7M
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2005

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