Associate Director of Enrollment Management & Curriculum Director
Memphis, TN - USA
Job Summary
Associate Director of Enrollment Management
& Curriculum Director
Full-Time 12-Month Position Dual-Role (60% Enrollment / 40% Curriculum)
Position Summary
St. Benedict at Auburndale Catholic High School seeks a dynamic mission-driven leader for the 2026-27 school year beginning July 1st to serve in a dual capacity as Associate Director of Enrollment Management and Curriculum Director. This unique position combines strategic enrollment leadership (60%) with academic program oversight (40%) requiring a professional who can seamlessly navigate both the recruitment pipeline and the instructional landscape of a thriving Catholic high school.
Reporting to the Principal this individual will drive enrollment growth while ensuring curricular excellence rooted in Catholic identity and academic rigor. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable leading an Open House as they are facilitating a faculty workshop on instructional best practices.
Enrollment Management Responsibilities (60%)
Admissions Cycle Management: Guide prospective families through the complete admissions funnel; from initial inquiry through enrollment including conducting campus tours family interviews and placement exam coordination.
Recruitment & Outreach: Build and maintain strategic relationships with local Catholic parishes feeder schools and community organizations to expand the schools recruitment reach and brand awareness.
Event Planning & Execution: Plan and execute high-impact enrollment events including Open Houses Shadow Days Placement Exams and New Family Orientations.
Data & Systems Administration: Manage the schools Admissions CRM (e.g. Finalsite Ravenna Blackbaud or Slate) to track applicant data analyze enrollment trends and generate status reports for administration.
Financial Aid Coordination: Assist families with the tuition assistance process and collaborate with the finance office on enrollment contracts and scholarship distribution.
Retention Initiatives: Partner with faculty and administration to identify at-risk students and implement proactive strategies that support re-enrollment and family satisfaction.
Curriculum Director Responsibilities (40%)
Curriculum Development & Mapping: Lead the design revision and alignment of curricula across all disciplines ensuring both vertical and horizontal coherence with state standards and Catholic educational frameworks.
Catholic Identity Integration: Ensure that Catholic faith virtues and social teaching are meaningfully integrated across all subject areas.
Instructional Coaching: Conduct regular classroom observations and provide teachers with constructive actionable feedback to elevate instructional quality.
Data-Driven Improvement: Analyze standardized testing data (e.g. NWEA MAP) and internal assessments to identify learning gaps and guide instructional adjustments.
Professional Development: Plan and facilitate professional development workshops to keep faculty current on educational research technology integration and pedagogical innovation.
Accreditation & Compliance: Support the school through accreditation processes and ensure compliance with diocesan and state department of education standards.
Advanced Programs Oversight: Oversee advanced academic offerings including Honors Advanced Placement (AP) and dual enrollment programs.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree required; Masters degree in Education Educational Leadership Curriculum & Instruction or a related field strongly preferred.
Minimum 35 years of experience in admissions enrollment management or recruitment within an independent or Catholic school setting.
Demonstrated experience in curriculum development instructional leadership or academic program coordination.
Practicing Catholic in good standing with a genuine commitment to the mission of Catholic education and the teachings of the Church.
Proficiency with CRM platforms (Ravenna Blackbaud Slate) student information systems (e.g. PowerSchool) and educational technology tools.
Strong public speaking interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
Willingness and flexibility to work evenings and weekends for recruitment events and school functions.
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Educational Leadership or a related field.
Experience with STREAM initiatives or Catholic education models.
Familiarity with ARK data analysis and accreditation processes (e.g. Lumen COGNIA).
Prior experience in a Catholic school environment with knowledge of diocesan structures and expectations.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience ranging from $65000 to $95000 based on qualifications and experience. St. Benedict at Auburndale offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance retirement plan and tuition remission for dependents.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter resume and three professional references to Ms. Jenny Folsom at at St. Benedict at Auburndale Catholic High School. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
St. Benedict at Auburndale Catholic High School is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse community rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Required Experience:
Director