Enrollment Outreach Specialist - Northridge/Simi Valley, CA at Options For Youth - Los Angeles and San Gabriel County
About the Employer
Are you an educator seeking to positively impact students’ lives? Do you believe that every student should have the opportunity for success? If so, Options For Youth (OFY) is the place for you! OFY is looking for individuals who are outgoing, energetic, authentic, motivated, and inspiring. Options for Youth is a network of free public charter schools offering students a flexible, personalized approach to learning. OFY saw the potential that struggling students couldn’t see in themselves. For almost 30 years, OFY has helped more than 135,000 students find their passion and pursue their dreams. OFY believes in fostering the student’s vision; inspiring students inspires us. We believe the student-teacher relationship is critical to the development of a young person’s social, emotional, and academic well-being. If you believe this too, then you are the educator that we’re looking for. We are devoted to creating a team of diverse people and encourage anyone passionate about education and excited about what we do to connect with us! To learn more about our schools, visit us at www.ofy.org.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Our ideal candidate will: • Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage underserved populations and foster trust within the community. • Represent the school at community events, fairs, and public gatherings to promote its programs. • Build partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and other schools to generate leads and inquiries for enrollment. • Host information sessions to inform prospective students and families about the school’s offerings. • Monitor the effectiveness of outreach efforts and adjust strategies as needed to maximize impact. • Maintain knowledge of the school’s mission and programs, effectively communicating their value to the community. • Travel to attend and participate in recruitment events, maintaining flexibility for evening and weekend commitments. • Collaborate with school leadership to identify barriers to enrollment and recommend solutions. • Stay informed about trends and changes in education and recruitment strategies. • Other duties as assigned
Requirements / Qualifications
You’ll need the following minimum requirements: • Minimum 1 year of experience in community outreach, marketing, or related field • BA/BS Degree preferred • Bilingual - Spanish preferred • Public speaking and presentation skills to represent the school at events
Requirements / Qualifications
You’ll need the following minimum requirements: • Minimum 1 year of experience in community outreach, marketing, or related field • BA/BS Degree preferred • Bilingual - Spanish preferred • Public speaking and presentation skills to represent the school at events