Associate Director of Admissions French Program (Temp to Hire)

Menlo Park, CA
Full Time
Admissions
Mid Level

POSITION OVERVIEW

Silicon Valley International School (INTL) is seeking a temporary Associate Director of Admission ( French Program) to support the Admission Team during a leave of absence. This is a full-time, temp-to-hire opportunity, with the potential to transition into a regular position based on school needs and individual performance.

The Assistant Director of Admission supports the management of the enrollment process and contributes to the school’s efforts to attract, enroll, and retain a diverse, dynamic, and mission-aligned student population from Preschool through Grade 12.

The school seeks an energetic, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and flexible team member who is internationally minded and demonstrates a strong appreciation for bilingualism and bilingual education. Experience in similar institutions serving diverse, multicultural, and multilingual communities is highly desirable. This position reports to the Chief of Enrollment Management.

Candidates must be collaborative team players with outstanding organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, and the ability to contribute to a culturally competent admissions approach.

The successful candidates will demonstrate emotional intelligence, empathy for prospective families, and an understanding of the needs and sensitivities of parents, students, faculty, staff, and administrators in support of enrollment and retention strategies. Experience in admissions and/or independent schools is preferred.

This is a full-time, exempt position. Compensation is based on educational attainment and relevant experience, with a biweekly pay range of $2,692.31 to $3,461.54, in accordance with the School’s regular payroll practices and subject to applicable withholdings.

As a temporary-to-hire position, benefits are not offered during the initial assignment. In accordance with California law, employees are provided a minimum of 40 hours of paid sick leave (PSL). Should the position convert to regular employment status, employees may become eligible for additional benefits, including medical and paid time off (PTO), in accordance with School policy.

 

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL 

Since its founding in 1979, Silicon Valley International School has been a leader in bilingual education. INTL is the premier Preschool–Grade 12 bilingual International Baccalaureate (IB) World School on the West Coast, offering immersive programs in French, German, and Mandarin, as well as an English track with language acquisition in the Upper School (Grades 6–12).

INTL fosters international-mindedness through a student-centered, inquiry-based approach rooted in the IB framework. The school values both tradition and innovation, preparing students to thrive in a globally interconnected world.

INTL is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS), and the French Ministry of Education and is authorized to offer the IB Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programs.

At this time, the School is unable to offer initial visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have current authorization to work in the United States. Applicants who already hold a valid work visa are welcome to apply.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Support the recruitment and retention of students and families aligned with INTL’s mission and bilingual educational model
  • Support the growth of our French program
  • Represent INTL to prospective families—locally and internationally—effectively communicating the school’s mission, programs, and value proposition
  • Maintain accurate applicant records, including calendar management, application steps, and status updates within Ravenna (including weekly dashboard updates)
  • Organize, coordinate, plan, and support the execution of on-campus, off-campus, and virtual events, including:
    • Saturday Open houses
    • Campus tours
    • Information sessions
    • School fairs
    • Student assessment and visit days
    • New family welcome events and orientations
  • Guide prospective families through the admissions process, providing clear and responsive communication
  • Support retention initiatives and events for current families (e.g., key transition years such as PK–K and Grade 5–6)
  • Work closely with division Principals to coordinate admission tours and student visits with faculty
  • Facilitate the growth of the student ambassador program to support attendance at admission events and/or host student visitors
  • Conduct Parent Interviews 
  • Evaluate applicant files to support the admission committee process
  • Guide Parent Tours in collaboration with Principals and Deans
  • Represent INTL at local school fairs on weekends and evenings in the fall
  • Organize and support onboarding of new students, including support of buddy program, Red Carpet welcome, New Parent Orientations, and New Family Welcome events
 

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 2–5 years of experience in education, preferably in admissions or independent schools
  • Bilingual or multilingual skills strongly preferred (native speaker of French a plus)
  • Knowledge of the French educational system
  • Experience with admissions and CRM platforms (e.g., Ravenna, Blackbaud, HubSpot, Calendly) preferred
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize and present enrollment data clearly
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a high degree of emotional intelligence
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural, multilingual environment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Flexibility to work evenings and weekends in support of admissions events
  • Familiarity with the International Baccalaureate framework (PYP, MYP,  and DP)  a plus
 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT 

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this role, with or without reasonable accommodation.

  • Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer, including managing admissions systems and communications
  • Frequent movement across campus, including walking between buildings and attending on-site events in varying weather conditions
  • Ability to ascend and descend stairs and navigate multi-level campus facilities
  • Ability to stand for extended periods during admissions events, tours, and school functions
  • Ability to occasionally lift and transport materials related to events (e.g., signage, marketing materials, supplies) up to approximately 20 pounds
  • Frequent verbal and written communication with prospective families, students, and colleagues

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

 

HOW TO APPLY

We invite interested candidates to apply by submitting a resume along with a letter of interest. We value the opportunity to learn more about each candidate and their story, and give priority consideration to applications that include this additional context. Kindly note that submissions from recruiting agencies will not be considered at this time.

 

Silicon Valley International School (INTL) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and to making employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. INTL prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. INTL is committed to ensuring that all employment practices—including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, discipline, and termination—are conducted in a manner that promotes equity, fairness, and respect.

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