Recruitment and Enrollment Associate

Forte Preparatory Academy•New York, NY

4d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School is seeking a Recruitment and Enrollment Associate to help grow our applicant pipeline and guide families from first contact through enrollment during a critical period of school expansion. This is a highly relational, fast-paced role for someone who enjoys community outreach, data-driven follow-up, and meeting clear enrollment goals. You’ll move seamlessly between on-the-ground recruitment (community events, school outreach) and behind-the-scenes enrollment operations (lead tracking, family follow-up), knowing that every application directly impacts students’ futures. About Forte Prep Forte Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free public charter school serving grades 5–12 in Northwest Queens (Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, Corona). Our mission is to equip all students to become the next generation of leaders through academic excellence, strong partnerships with families, and a deep commitment to equity and community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
2+ years of experience in recruitment, enrollment, community organizing, sales, or related field
Spanish fluency required
Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills
Comfortable working toward numeric goals and using data daily
Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Responsibilities

Lead recruitment for priority grades (especially 5th, 9th, and 10th)
Represent Forte Prep at community events, school dismissals, and outreach activities
Coordinate staff, ambassadors, and volunteers for recruitment events
Collaborate with Communications on digital recruitment efforts
Follow up with leads, waitlists, and applicants to fill open seats
Support reenrollment and new student onboarding
Partner with school teams to increase 9th-grade matriculation
Maintain a high-touch, family-centered enrollment experience
Build relationships with local schools, CBOs, and community partners
Organize info sessions and workshops with partner organizations
Manage lead data, outreach touchpoints, and enrollment metrics
Track progress toward recruitment and enrollment goals