Director of Enrollment Management

Please download the opportunity statement, which contains information about Island School and the position, as well as required application materials to prepare in advance.  All applications must be submitted online. Please review the How to Apply section below for further application instructions.

SUMMARY

Located on a 38-acre campus in Līhu‘e, Island School enrolls 488 students in grades PK-12 and offers a traditional well-rounded private school structure while providing an unrivaled, yet unpretentious college-preparatory educational experience for families on the island of Kaua‘i. The student body represents communities from across the island, from as far north as Hā‘ena to as far west as Kekaha. They work hard for their academic achievement and to fulfill their promise. In accordance with our mission, we strive to guide our students with an education that is not only rich in academic content, skill development, the arts, athletics and wellness, but also deeply rooted in place, as well as the Hawaiian values of ho‘ihi (respect), kūlia i ka nu‘u (striving for the summit), kuleana (personal responsibility), ‘ike loa (learning and wisdom), pa’ahana (hardworking), lōkahi (teamwork and collaboration), ho‘omau (perseverance), and mālama (stewardship).

Island School seeks a director of enrollment management (DEM) to oversee the strategic and operational components of the school’s enrollment, re-enrollment, student recruitment, and financial aid. Building upon the existing strengths of the admission office, the DEM facilitates an enrollment management mindset among school leadership and conducts research to ensure the school achieves enrollment goals established by the board of directors and head of school. The DEM is also a strategic partner to the CFO and board of directors’ finance committee, and participates in tuition setting and financial aid strategy. Ideal candidates will be attentive to the unique demographics of Kaua’i, eager to expand the footprint of Island School’s market position, and a warm and engaging spokesperson for the school. The DEM reports directly to the head of school and serves as a member of the senior leadership team. Island School looks forward to welcoming the director to start later this summer.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Priority Deadline: May 10, 2025 (Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will remain open until filled.)
On-site Final Round: Late May - Early June
Decision Announced: June 2025
Start Date: Flexible, July 1 - September 1, 2025
Reports To: Head of School
Salary Range: $85,000 - $115,000, depending on experience
Classification: Full-time, Exempt