Student Recruitment Associate

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Mind. Body. Spirit.

Student Recruitment Associate

At Brillante Academy, we believe:

• Every child possesses inherent dignity & infinite potential.
• Parents are the first educators.
• Learning and excelling in two languages (English and Spanish) builds bridges, opens doors, and strengthens minds.
• Truth, Goodness, and Beauty cultivate the mind, body, and spirit of every child.

About Brillante Academy

Brillante Academy Public Charter School opened its doors in August 2023. In our fourth year, we will have Pre-K3 through 4th grade and serve over 530 students from the Rio Grande Valley in the Mission area and surrounding communities in its first year. We will continue to grow one grade-level a year until 8th grade. Over the next decade, we plan to expand our network across the state of Texas to serve over 7,000 students. The Charter Management Organization (CMO) for Brillante Academy is Seton Education Partners, a Catholicly inspired organization that also manages the Seton Teaching Fellows missionary program and El Camino, an optional after-school Catholic faith formation program. Seton Education Partners is also the CMO for our sister schools, the Brilla Schools Network, which are having a transformational impact in Bronx, NY.

Why Brillante? 

Brillante Academy is a two-way, dual language school that aims to empower our scholars and community through an innovative approach that combines personalized blended learning and co-teaching with a classical approach to education. We focus on teaching the whole child, instilling a deep sense of character through our core values (courage, justice, wisdom, and self-control) while setting a high bar for academic achievement and teaching a content-rich curriculum that has stood the test of time. All in service of preparing our scholars for excellence in high school, college and beyond. Our scholars acquire and master English and Spanish to become bilingual and biliterate citizens who will leave a lasting positive impact on their community as problem solvers, advocates, and contributors. Brillante’s commitment to holistic child development is paralleled with its commitment to creating a joyful community for families and staff.  You can learn more about mission and approach on our website.

Team members of Brillante will play an instrumental leadership role in bringing our vision to life and grow their impact while contributing to building our school from the ground up. Join us!

Position Overview

We are looking for a mission-driven team member who has an unwavering belief in the limitless potential of ALL students and a strong commitment to ensuring every family has access to an excellent educational experience. The Student Recruitment Associate serves as a brand ambassador for Brillante Academy and ensures Brillante Academy meets and sustains strong student enrollment and persistence goals through strategic recruitment, exceptional communication, strong family partnership, and operational excellence. This role is responsible for building awareness of Brillante Academy in the community, supporting prospective and current families through the enrollment and re-enrollment process, and creating a welcoming and seamless experience for all families. This position is co-managed by the School Principal and a member of the Seton Texas Team. Your typical week would include a variety of tasks such as:

• Execute strategic student recruitment efforts to meet campus enrollment goals
• Serve as a member of the Brillante front office team providing exceptional service and communication to families
• Build relationships with prospective families through phone calls, text messages, and follow-up communication
• Host regular tours and open houses for prospective families
• Represent Brillante Academy at community events, school fairs, local businesses, churches, and other outreach opportunities
• Develop and maintain partnerships with community organizations, childcare centers, and local groups
• Support marketing and recruitment campaigns through social media, flyers, family referrals, and community outreach
• Maintain a strong understanding of Brillante Academy’s mission, academic program, and student experience in order to effectively communicate with families
• Work with the Seton Texas Team to develop content for flyers, websites, Facebook Ads, social media, etc.
• Host registration events and family office hours to provide hands-on support with completing registration requirements
• Plan and execute an engaging and welcoming Lottery Day experience that celebrates families and builds excitement about joining the Brillante Academy community
• Manage the student application, enrollment, and registration process from inquiry to enrollment
• Support families in completing enrollment paperwork and required documentation
• Maintain accurate enrollment records and student data systems
• Monitor enrollment and persistence data and proactively follow up with families throughout the process
• Support annual re-registration efforts to ensure high student persistence and retention
• Provide exceptional customer service to current and prospective families in both English and Spanish, when applicable
• Coordinate a strong onboarding event for new families, ensuring they feel welcomed, understand Brillante Academy’s systems, policies and processes, and are set up for success from day one
• Ensure families feel welcomed, informed, and supported throughout their admissions experience with Brillante Academy
• Support campus events such as Meet the Teacher, Parent Nights, Fall Festival, and other events
• Track recruitment and enrollment metrics and provide regular updates to the Leadership
• Develop and execute project plans and strategic initiatives aligned to enrollment goals, using data and progress monitoring to drive decision-making and adjust strategies as needed

Qualifications 

• Strong alignment to Brillante Academy’s mission and commitment to serving students and families
• High School Diploma
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Strong data management and organizational skills, with the ability to quickly learn and effectively navigate new systems and technology platforms
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Customer service mindset with a warm, welcoming, and solutions-oriented approach
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience using social media and digital communication platforms to engage families and support student recruitment efforts
• Experience working in schools, enrollment, customer service, sales, community outreach, or family engagement strongly preferred
• Ability to work a flexible schedule during peak enrollment and recruitment seasons, including some evenings, weekends, or adjusted schedules such as Tuesday–Saturday, based on recruitment needs

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes comprehensive health, retirement and wellness benefits. All school leaders are equipped with the tools and supports needed to thrive including but not limited to curriculum, professional development, coaching, technology, supplies, etc.

Diversity & Inclusivity 

We are building an organization in which talented individuals from all walks of life and experiences can join our team and make significant contributions. We are particularly committed to attracting and developing individuals who share the life experiences or backgrounds of the students we will serve.