Park Tudor School , Director of Enrollment Management Start Date: July 1, 2019 www.parktudor.org Mission Vision To create an inspiring college-preparatory Ignite curiosity. learning environment, with exceptional Instill compassion. educators and extraordinary opportunities, Inspire courage. that prepares and motivates students to become balanced, confident, and resourceful lifelong learners.

Overview

Park Tudor is an independent school in Indianapolis, Indiana that takes pride in upholding a tradition of academic excellence that began in 1902. As a college preparatory school for children ages 3 through grade 12, they provide an exceptional learning environment where children are encouraged to explore opportunities, exceed expectations, and expand possibilities. Small class sizes, a safe and caring atmosphere, and numerous extracurricular activities that include the arts and athletics, ensure that each child at Park Tudor receives a unique educational experience catered to his or her individual passions. Park Tudor holds as its mission to create an inspiring college-preparatory learning environment, with exceptional educators and extraordinary opportunities, that prepares and motivates students to become balanced, confident, and resourceful lifelong learners.

The Director of Enrollment Management develops and implements an analytically-grounded and mission-focused strategy for meeting the enrollment goals of Park Tudor. The Director is responsible for recruiting, selecting, and enrolling a diverse class of highly-qualified students and helping to develop and execute plans that will distinguish the school as the day school of choice for prospective families. The Director works cooperatively with the Head of School, senior leadership, Board, faculty, and staff in setting direction and policy to ensure that students who enroll at Park Tudor are of the caliber necessary to succeed in the school’s programs.

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 1 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com School History

The history of Park Tudor School begins in 1902 when Fredonia Allen and The Reverend James Cumming Smith founded Tudor Hall School for Girls. Allen was the first principal, and the Reverend Smith (formerly pastor of Tabernacle Presbyterian Church) served as the school’s first dean.

Park School began in 1914 as The Brooks School for boys. When the school developed financial problems in 1920, seven Indianapolis businessmen purchased it and operated it as Boys Preparatory School. In 1929, the name of the school was changed to Park School.

Both Park School and Tudor Hall were founded to provide the kind of education offered by Eastern preparatory schools of the era. The schools operated country day school programs, and Tudor Hall also had offered boarding facilities. The students always enjoyed a close association as neighbors.

When Tudor Hall merged with Park School in 1970 to become Park Tudor School, the Upper School was built, and a small gymnasium was added to the larger gym. In the following decades, the Fine Arts Building and Frederic M. Ayres Auditorium opened, the Middle School as moved into a facility of its own, the Science Center gave the school a state-of-the-art science facility, and an expanded gymnasium complex was built.

The Lower School was renovated in 1997 and joined to the new Hilbert Early Education Center, which houses junior and senior kindergarten. In 2000, a new addition joining the Upper School to the Fine Arts Building and a total renovation of these two buildings, as well as a number of other campus improvements, were completed.

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 2 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com The School

For more than 100 years, Park Tudor’s ongoing goal has been to prepare students to be successful and compassionate citizens of the world. Students explore what they love to learn with teachers who challenge them to think and grow, all in a preK-12 community that is founded on tradition and values. The school is committed to maintaining a diverse school community, and the student body is 30% diverse. This academic year, nearly 40% of students received financial aid totaling $3.84 million. Admissions yield is 73%.

The school’s 125 faculty members also love to learn, and they commit many hours to professional development and continuing education each year. Sixty percent of faculty hold advanced degrees, and nearly 20% of Upper School teachers have Doctorate Degrees. An average student-teacher ratio of 9:1 means teachers are able to take great care in getting to know each student and challenging them appropriately to be their best selves.

Park Tudor is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and is accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Central States (ISACS). The school is in the midst of the regular seven-year cycle of accreditation with ISACS. The review process covers all major aspects and programs of the school, citing strengths, challenges, and plans for improvement.

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 3 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com Academics

Park Tudor’s preK-12 community focuses on academics and extraordinary opportunities that guide students on a path of lifelong learning. Its challenging private school curriculum is carefully designed by exceptional educators to progress sequentially from early childhood through high school. At Park Tudor, teachers challenge students to think and grow. Students explore what’s possible and focus on what they love.

Beginning in pre-k, the Hilbert Early Education Center feeds a young child’s curiosity about the world through play-based learning and builds strong character. Children begin developing the social and academic skills that become the base for future learning and success. Both junior and senior kindergarten are full-day programs, with before- and after-school options available.

The Lower School introduces students in grades 1-5 to the joys of learning by providing a comfortable and safe place to learn, grow, and develop values that support future academic achievement and independence. The private elementary curriculum builds skills that form a foundation for future learning and college preparation. There is a strong emphasis on STEM, and technology tools are integrated thoughtfully into the curriculum. Three full-time Spanish teachers infuse each day with opportunities for students to listen and speak in Spanish. An urban garden offers unique learning opportunities across many subjects.

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 4 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com College Placement The following is a selection of the colleges and universities to which members of the Class of 2018 matriculated:

Auburn University Ball State University Bates College Boston College Butler University Carnegie Mellon University Cornell University Dartmouth College Denison University DePaul University DePauw University Duke University Elon University Fordham University Georgetown University Georgia Institute of Technology Howard University In Middle School, young people in grades 6-8 explore and Indiana State University develop their academic, athletic, and artistic skills. With many Indiana University extracurricular options, students can discover their unique Indiana University Purdue University talents and gain self-confidence. Anchored by a strong Johns Hopkins University advisory program that teaches character development and Loyola University Chicago crafted with a liberal arts focus, the curriculum fosters a Maryland Institute College of Arts period of rapid personal and academic growth, preparing Miami University students for the challenges of the Upper School while New York University allowing them to begin taking electives in fine arts, world Northeastern University languages, and robotics. Princeton University Purdue University The Upper School offers students in grades 9-12 a Rhodes College challenging college-preparatory program while inspiring Santa Clara University self-discovery, leadership, and the development of social Savannah College of Art and Design skills. The supportive atmosphere encourages students Texas Christian University to get involved in the various athletic, extracurricular, and University of Arizona academic opportunities available to them. The liberal arts- University of Chicago based curriculum develops critical thinking and sets students University of Colorado at Boulder on a path of lifelong learning. All of Park Tudor’s Upper University of Kentucky School courses are taught at the honors level. Advanced University of Michigan Placement, as well as ourses and other special research University of Notre Dame and experiential opportunities, such as the Global Online University of St. Andrews Academy (GOA), prepare students for the rigors of college. Vanderbilt University One-hundred percent of graduates matriculate to four-year Wake Forest University colleges and universities, well-prepared to succeed.. Washington University in St. Louis

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 5 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com Arts and Athletics

The arts are not overlooked at Park Tudor. Starting with the school’s youngest students, opportunities abound to explore, express, and create. Park Tudor’s dance program offers a structured curriculum with a strong classical base. The comprehensive and diverse music program offers opportunities to sing, play instruments, gain an appreciation of music history and theory, and perform at school and in the community. In theatre and speech, students build vital skills in acting, technical theatre, and public speaking. Visual arts education is an essential part of a Park Tudor education, and the program recognizes the unique needs, interests, and abilities of students.

Park Tudor’s comprehensive athletic program offers 21 varsity sports and 20 Middle School sports as part of a three-season schedule. Intramural athletic competition is also offered for grades 4 and 5. Coaches inspire, motivate, and teach, reinforcing the attitudes and work ethic that are so important to team and individual success. More than 80% of Upper School students participate in athletics, and 71% of student-athletes achieved academic distinction. Teams include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, and wrestling. The Panthers have taken home 27 state championships and 18 individual state championships.

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 6 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com School Life

Opportunities at Park Tudor go far beyond the classroom. Nearly all students participate in a combination of athletics, fine and performing arts, community service, travel and field trips, and student clubs and organizations. Students are encouraged to both explore new interests and develop their passions while learning the skills that will equip them to be leaders at school and in life.

Through Community Engaged Learning (CEL), Park Tudor creates opportunities for students to know themselves, build their skills, and understand the needs and assets of their community. CEL’s three approaches – service learning, community-based educational experiences, and community service – are crucial to a well-rounded education in the 21st century.

Travel within the United States and abroad provides diverse and transformative experiences for Park Tudor students at all levels. Exchange programs with students from Spain and Uruguay twice each year in Lower School, summer study trips to Costa Rica and Europe in Middle School, and a slew of study abroad offerings in Upper School provide students with unparalleled global experiences.

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 7 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com Indianapolis, Indiana

The 16th largest city in the nation and third largest in the Midwest, Indianapolis has a population of over 860,000. The capital of Indiana, the city has a diversified economy that includes health care, information technology, and transportation. Nicknamed the Crossroads of America, it is a well-loved place to live and its downtown is consistently ranked among the best in the U.S. Several large private universities are based in Indianapolis, including Butler University, Marian University, the University of Indianapolis, and Martin University.

Indianapolis is proud of its rich cultural heritage, with seven Cultural Districts throughout the city. These revitalized areas are centers for tourism, commerce, and residential living. The newly constructed Cultural Trail connects the downtown Cultural Districts via an urban bike and pedestrian path and is lined with local artwork.

Indianapolis is a city of museums. The Indianapolis Children’s Museum—considered by many as the world’s best institution of its kind—is a favorite learning destination for residents and visitors. The Indianapolis Museum of Art is a highly-regarded institution that has created a 100-acre arts and nature park with a growing collection of installations, and the Eiteljorg Museum, in its exquisite downtown facility, has assembled one of the nation’s finest collections of American Indian and Western and Native American art.

Local fans ardently cheer for the Colts of the NFL and the Pacers of the NBA. Each year, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway hosts the Indianapolis 500, the largest single-day sporting event in the world, as well as the Brickyard 400 and the Grand Prix of Indianapolis. In addition, the city almost always serves as a venue for the Men’s and Women’s NCAA basketball tournaments. Indianapolis also has a new professional soccer team, the Indy Eleven.

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 8 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com Opportunities and Challenges

Park Tudor is at an exciting time in its history. Head of School Gareth Vaughan is starting his second year and providing dynamic and mission-driven leadership that is invigorating the school. The new Director of Enrollment Management will have the opportunity to partner with a strong, forward thinking, and collaborative leadership team and community. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic, creative admissions professional.

We see the following as the current priorities, opportunities, and challenges for this position:

• Developing a comprehensive and mission-consistent enrollment strategy—one that includes outreach, admission, financial aid, and retention. • Working with colleagues in Advancement, Communications, and the Board to develop a school wide strategy for coherent branding and marketing. • Evaluating admission office processes and programs and ensuring they are efficient and sustainable, as well as warm and supportive of prospective students and their families. • Serving as a clear, warm, and mission-centered ambassador who can clearly articulate Park Tudor’s mission and distinctions in a competitive market. • Continuing to grow the enrollment of the school and to retain a diverse and dynamic student population in order to reach enrollment targets.

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 9 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com Desired Qualities and Qualifications

• Experience developing strategic marketing and inclusive outreach efforts to attract diverse families and enroll talented students who will thrive and contribute to the community as a whole. • Ability to think strategically and critically. • Strong public speaking skills to diverse audiences in both large venues and intimate settings. • Successful track record of success in a senior administrative role, preferably working with a board. • Experience with software systems that support recruitment, admission review, and financial aid. • Informed about admissions trends, data, marketing, and best practices and able to use that information to inform their work and the community. • Willingness to engage in all aspects of the Park Tudor community while promoting the school’s mission, vision, and values. • Discreet and poised; fair and objective, • Bachelor’s degree, master’s preferred, • Strong previous experience in admissions, financial aid, and enrollment in an educational setting.

To Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit electronically in one email and as separate documents (preferably PDF’s) the following materials

• A cover letter expressing their interest in this particular position; • A current resume; • A list of five professional references with name, phone number, and email address of each (references will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission); • A response to the following prompt: Describe a situation where you implemented a new strategic initiative for the admissions office and how you executed the plan.

Submit materials to:

Lisa Parsons Senior Associate [email protected]

The Search Group | Carney, Sandoe & Associates 10 [email protected] | www.carneysandoe.com