Director of Enrollment & Student Retention

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Intrepid College Prep is a network of free, college preparatory public charter schools located in Antioch, Tennessee. We serve students across two campuses: Opportunity Academy Middle School (Grades 5-8) and Independence Academy High School (Grades 9-12). Our 5-12 model provides students with a continuous, rigorous academic experience designed to prepare them for success in college, career, and life.

As an open-enrollment public charter network, Intrepid does not require entrance exams or tuition. We are committed to ensuring that every student—regardless of background, neighborhood, or prior academic experience—has equitable access to an excellent education.

Our Mission

Intrepid College Prep is committed to ensuring our students, educators, and families have the opportunity to unlock an unlimited future. By providing rigorous academic instruction and creating powerful relationships amongst our community’s members, we ignite passion, seek knowledge, and inspire the bravery needed to have a profound impact in our world.

WHO YOU ARE

At Intrepid, we look for team members who embody our core values:

Ignite Passion – disciplined, mission-aligned professionals who take initiative, hold high standards, and believe every student deserves an excellent education.

Seek Knowledge – individuals who actively seek feedback, grow through coaching, and bring deep curiosity and expertise to their work.

Inspire Bravery – reflective, equity-driven professionals committed to anti-racism, personal growth, and courageous engagement with students, families, and colleagues.

We believe these values are not only foundational to our work with students, but essential to how we show up as adults in service of our mission. We invest deeply in professional development and intentional coaching, grounded in the belief that all team members can grow into highly effective contributors when supported by strong feedback, high expectations, and a culture anchored in these core values.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Director of Enrollment & Student Retention (DESR) is responsible for leading and executing the strategy for student recruitment, enrollment, registration, and retention across Intrepid College Prep’s two-school network serving approximately 850+ students in grades 5-12.

This role ensures that both campuses are fully enrolled, that enrollment systems are efficient and compliant, and that students remain enrolled and engaged from entry through promotion and graduation.

The Director of Enrollment & Student Retention plays a critical role in realizing Intrepid’s mission by ensuring that every available seat is filled with a student and family who has access to a high-quality, college-preparatory education.

Enrollment Strategy & Execution (25%)

Lead the annual strategy for student recruitment and enrollment across both campuses

Ensure both schools achieve and maintain full enrollment targets throughout the year

Develop enrollment goals, metrics, and tracking systems aligned to network priorities

Design and execute outreach strategies across Antioch and surrounding Nashville communities

Partner with leadership to continuously improve enrollment funnels from inquiry to application to enrollment

Student Recruitment & Family Engagement (20%)

Build and maintain strong relationships with community-based organizations, feeder schools, and local partners

Lead outreach efforts including school tours, open houses, community events, and family information sessions

Collaborate with communications support to ensure clear, compelling, and accessible enrollment messaging

Develop and execute strategies to increase application volume and improve yield rates

Serve as a primary point of contact for prospective families through the enrollment process

Enrollment Operations & Compliance (20%)

Oversee all enrollment systems, including applications, registration, enrollment verification, and waitlists

Ensure compliance with Tennessee charter school enrollment laws and reporting requirements

Manage annual registration and re-enrollment processes for returning students

Maintain accurate enrollment data systems and dashboards by grade level, campus, and demographic group

Ensure timely execution of all enrollment milestones leading into the school year and throughout the year

Student Retention & Persistence Systems (15%)

Lead systems to improve student retention across grades 5-12

Partner with school leaders to monitor attendance, withdrawal risk indicators, and enrollment stability

Develop and implement re-engagement strategies for students at risk of disengagement or withdrawal

Analyze retention trends and recommend system improvements to reduce attrition

Support transition points between middle and high school to strengthen feeder patterns and persistence

Data, Accountability & Continuous Improvement (15%)

Use data to identify gaps and inform strategic adjustments in real time

Maintain enrollment and retention dashboards to monitor key metrics, including: Total enrollment vs. target

Application volume and conversion rates

Yield by stage of enrollment funnel

Retention and attrition trends

Present enrollment and retention updates to network leadership and school teams

Continuously refine systems, processes, and communication based on data and feedback

Network Collaboration & Leadership (5%)

Partner with school leaders and operations teams to ensure aligned execution of enrollment priorities

Collaborate across the network to strengthen consistency in enrollment practices

Model Intrepid’s mission and core values in all interactions with families, staff, and community partner

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

5+ years of experience in enrollment management, school operations, student recruitment, or related project management roles

Experience working in K–12 education, charter schools, or nonprofit organizations strongly preferred

Strong track record of managing complex systems and multi-step operational processes

Experience building relationships with families, schools, and community partners

Proficient data fluency, including ability to track, interpret, and act on enrollment and retention data

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Qualifications (Preferred)

Experience with student information systems (e.g., Infinite Campus or similar platforms)

Experience with marketing, outreach, or digital recruitment strategies

Spanish or multilingual fluency strongly preferred given community demographics

Experience supporting student transitions or feeder pattern systems (5-12 alignment experience a plus)

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Worksite address

nashville, TN, 37247, US

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