Manager, Academic Coordination (New Canaan CT )

Manager, Academic Coordination (New Canaan CT )

A small academic services company in New Canaan CT is seeking an entrepreneurial self-starter to manage daily business activities and business development for its small, thriving business.

MARKETING:
--Identify new ways to reach targeted audiences; develop and implement programs of interest to expand client base.
--Liaise with targeted local organizations to promote companies' capabilities.
--Manage current client base, finding new ways to enhance clients' use of programs and services.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION:
--Coordinate educational programs (i.e. tutoring activities) for students in assigned segments.
--Respond to customer inquiries and complete/manage client intakes; establish a schedule of activities (i.e. tutoring, test preparation, etc.) customized for each customer.
--Manage test prep testing, scoring, and interpretation; communicate and consult with parents on results and recommended additional activities to support student needs.
--Create and maintain teacher-student curriculum and assignments.
--Support off-site programs and write annual renewal proposals for clients that currently hold contracts.
--Oversee billing activities to ensure billing accuracy; work closely with Finance to resolve billing/ payroll issues.
--Supervise staff, including employees (3.5 FTEs) and independent contractors (tutors), provide training and direction as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's Degree required, educational and/or marketing background desirable.
Knowledge of local elementary through high school education system required; academic consulting experience highly desirable.
Marketing savvy entrepreneur, track record of success in business development.
Strong administrative/process experience, organized multitasker.
Exceptional customer service and influencing skills, strong consultative style.
Well-developed leadership skills, flexible team player, self-starter.
Resourceful problem solver.

We offer a modest salary, health and welfare benefits, and a huge opportunity to contribute your skills and talents to a growing business. To apply, please send cover letter and resume including salary expectations. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT SALARY EXPECTATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

• Location: New Canaan CT
• Compensation: TBD
• Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
• Please, no phone calls about this job!
• Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.