Student Enrollment & Retention Coordinator

Location: California

Camino Nuevo Charter Academy (CNCA) is a community of high-performing public schools that utilizes a comprehensive approach to prepare students from preschool through high school for success in college and in life. We integrate academic rigor, community, family, and wellness to empower students to thrive in a culturally connected and changing world. Founded in 2000, Camino Nuevo Charter Academy students represent the neighborhood of Mac Arthur Park west of downtown Los Angeles, a community that is one of the most under-resourced and densely populated neighborhoods in Los Angeles.

Currently, CNCA has six campuses that serve approximately 3,500 students from TK through 12th grade.

Organizational Leadership Capacities We believe that every individual who works on the Camino Nuevo Charter Academy School Leadership Team must embody key mindsets and possess foundational skills to contribute to the organizational leadership of the organization.

Mindsets Commitment to and belief in CNCA’s mission and vision

Belief in and embodiment the CNCA Anchors in all aspects of the work Commitment to the vision of a progressive, socially-just education and is able to inspire others towards that vision

Solution orientation and belief in supporting others to be the same Commitment to an asset-based, capacity-building approach

Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

Skills

Ability to support an inclusive, positive and high performing culture

Ability to take ownership in the day-to-day and overall success of the organization

Ability to think critically, use sound judgment and problem solve

Ability to work independently and proactively and to seek support and guidance when appropriate

Strong organizational and time management skills, with an ability to prioritize competing projects in a fast-paced, fluid environment

Effective collaboration with individuals at all levels of the organization

Respect, humility and discretion to work effectively with all stakeholders, including colleagues, families and members of the community

Strong self-awareness and ability to reflect

Intentions EXCELLENCE:
We prepare our students to be social justice centered community members who are prepared for college, career, and/or technical pathways through outstanding education. We support staff in all positions to reach their highest levels of professional growth and development.

EQUITY:
We recognize, value, and support the individuality and experiences of all students and employees. To advance and achieve just outcomes, we respond to and meet their unique emotional, psychological, social, and learning needs.

COMMUNITY:
We are committed to our community’s joy and diversity and celebrate the richness of the cultural and environmental contexts in which our students and families live.

INNOVATION:
We continuously learn, are curious, and implement new ideas, perspectives, and evidence-based methods in our work.

JOY:
We embrace high expectations while fostering curiosity, passion and a love of learning. By honoring the strengths and unique gifts of our students, families, and educators, we create communities where growth and celebration go hand in hand.

BELONGING:
We cultivate a culture in which all Camino students, staff, parents, and stakeholders feel welcomed, heard, included, respected, and appreciated.

The Opportunity Under the supervision of the School Operations Manager, and guidance from the Director of Student Recruitment & Enrollment the Student Enrollment and Retention Coordinator, will implement a year-round, systems-driven enrollment and retention strategy across the full student recruitment funnel to ensure CNCA - Sandra Cisneros meets its enrollment targets. The Student Enrollment & Retention Coordinator owns day-to-day outreach, lead conversion, and feeder pipeline development, including relationships with preschool and daycare partners, while maintaining a sustained community presence in the neighborhood.

The Student Enrollment and Retention Coordinator will apply current best practices in family engagement and community outreach to generate and convert inquiries into enrolled students.

Essential Functions Strategy and Vision Setting Responsibilities Lead high-impact, community-based recruitment strategies to drive student enrollment

Execute targeted, door-to-door canvassing and street-level outreach to directly engage prospective families and provide real-time enrollment support

Identify and activate high-leverage community spaces (parks, local events) to expand…