Director of Admissions and Enrollment

Are you passionate about the Catholic faith and inspired by the mission of Catholic education? Do you feel called to help families encounter an authentic educational experience rooted in truth, beauty, and goodness? Ave Maria Academy in Maple Grove, Minnesota is seeking a growth minded, mission-driven leader, to serve as its next Director of Admissions and Enrollment.

Ave Maria Academy is a thriving Catholic school known for its commitment to the spiritual, intellectual, and human formation of every student through a traditional Catholic foundation. Strong parent partnerships are central to our mission, and we strive to provide a personal, welcoming experience for every family. As the first point of contact for prospective families, the Director plays a key role in sharing the mission of the Academy, building trust-based relationships, and supporting the growth of a vibrant Catholic community.

This full-time, year-round leadership role oversees student recruitment, admissions, enrollment, family engagement, and community outreach. The ideal candidate is a faithful Catholic, a skilled communicator, and a relational leader with strong organizational ability. Responsibilities include guiding the admissions process from inquiry through enrollment, coordinating recruitment and community events, supporting family engagement initiatives, and collaborating with faculty, staff, parishes, and community partners to advance the mission of Ave Maria Academy. Occasional evening and weekend availability is required.

If you are energized by mission-driven work and committed to helping families discover Catholic education at its best, we invite you to apply and join the Ave Maria Academy community.

Fantastic Benefits: 

• 75% off tutition discount - a school for your whole family.
• $500 Professional Dress stipend - look good, feel good.
• $200 Spiritual formation stipend - we support your formation.
• Medical, Dental, Vision options for you and your family
• 401K up to 3% match

About Us: Ave Maria Academy is a Catholic school educating students in pre-kindergarten through 8th grade in Maple Grove, MN.

Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, Ave Maria Academy forms young minds, hearts, and souls through a commitment to clear thinking, academic achievement, character formation, prayer, and service. In an encouraging and safe environment transformed by faith, reason, and virtue, each child’s unique and God-given talents are nurtured through mastery of a rigorous curriculum and active participation in the Catholic faith.

• Bachelor’s degree in education, communications, marketing, business, or a related field strongly preferred.
• Graduate Certificate in Catholic School Leadership through the University of St. Thomas School of Divinity, or ability to apply within the first year. Certificate is fully funded.
• Practicing Catholic with a strong moral character and commitment to the mission of Catholic education.
• Demonstrated appreciation for and ability to communicate the value of Catholic education to prospective families and the broader community.
• Experience with admissions, enrollment management, marketing, communications, public relations, or related fields preferred.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills, with the ability to effectively facilitate meetings and engage diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and positively represent the school within the community.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of marketing, community engagement, and enrollment management principles and practices preferred.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, and two letters of recommendation to Mrs. Lisa Noetzel at frontdesk@avemariaacademy.org.