Employment

Incarnate Word Academy seeks an energetic, relational, strategic and mission driven leader to serve as Director of Admissions.  This role is ideal for someone who can share IWA’s story with passion and authenticity.

Reporting directly to the Principal, her/his priority is the development and execution of a comprehensive admissions strategy for Incarnate Word Academy.  The Director of Admissions focuses on student recruitment, admissions, enrollment management and student retention. The admissions team, consisting of the Principal, Director of Admissions, Assistant Director of Admissions, Admissions and Development  Coordinator, work in a collaborative manner to achieve admissions goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements a comprehensive admissions strategy and plan.
• Sets specific and measurable admissions goals and objectives with input and approval of the Principal.
• Manages the Admissions team including the Assistant Director of Admissions and Admissions and Development Support Coordinator
• Directly markets IWA to prospective families via a series of planned events both on and off campus including but not limited to: High School Fairs, Shadow Days, Open House, Red Knight on the Road and prospective parent programming.
• Manages the admissions process including but not limited to student recruitment, enrollment management and student retention.
• Oversees the management of admissions budget.
• Collects and analyzes data to determine effective marketing strategies.
• Works closely with the Director of Marketing and Communications for IWA’s brand and enrollment.
• Collaborates with Marketing and Communications Director to develop and implement a strategic communications and marketing plan including print materials, social media and the website.
• Oversees the management of the database to track prospective students and their families.
• Builds and fosters relationships with elementary and middle school leaders, graduate support directors and key influencers.
• Reviews applications and is a member of the admissions selection committee.
• Oversees transfer student recruitment and admissions process.
• Provides regular reports on recruitment, admissions, and retention activities.
• Represents the mission and charism of IWA to internal and external community members.
• Other tasks, as needed and requested by the Principal.

Key Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 3-5 years professional experience in a sales or marketing role, ideally in an academic/admissions environment
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to relate to prospective students and parents
• Ability to conceptualize and execute innovative approaches based upon data and trends
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Effective collaborator, able to work across multiple departments
• Marketing and social media knowledge

Please email cover letter and resume to humanresources@iwacademy.org

Incarnate Word Academy - Staff Accountant 

Incarnate Word Academy is a college preparatory high school that strives to challenge young women of faith to achieve their God-given potential academically, physically, spiritually, and emotionally, thereby empowering themselves and others to make a positive impact on our world.  

As a community, we’re committed to cultivating an inclusive, harmonious environment where all students, faculty, and staff feel welcomed and respected while celebrating that each person is a creation of God. The school is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word.

Incarnate Word Academy is seeking a Staff Accountant for the 2026-27 school year to join a dedicated team of educators committed to educating young women. The Staff Accountant reports to the school’s Chief Financial Officer.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Records transactions and maintain existing accounts in CYMA accounting system.
• Performs monthly reconciliations for all accounts and entries.
• Receive and record Accounts Receivable.  This includes working with the Blackbaud Tuition Management system.
• Accounts Payable, review coding of vouchers, set up check runs.
• Prepare monthly journal entries in preparation for month-end closing.
• Oversee all bank deposits, in person and electronically.
• Works with Advancement to reconcile donations.
• Assist with the audit, both pre-audit preparation and external auditors in their work.
• Coordinates payroll and benefit changes and is responsible for payroll accuracy.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and 2+ years of related experience, or 4+ years’ experience without such degree
• Experience in Non Profit or Academic background preferred.
• Understanding of GAAP and accounting best practices.
• Commitment to maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
• Strong communication, organization and time management capabilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail and good record keeping.
• Must be highly skilled with financial and numerical data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, and especially Excel).
   

IWA offers a competitive salary, commensurate with candidate qualifications, as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, a 403(b) savings plan and vacation.  Four day work weeks in the summer and two weeks off at Christmas.
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to humanresources@iwacademy.org .

Thank you for your interest in Incarnate Word Academy.
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