School Overview:

Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is an independent coeducational, college preparatory day school serving grades Pre-Kindergarten – 12 at our Main campus and Pre-K – Grade 3 at our Harbour View campus.  The school has a current enrollment of approximately 900 students, 170 employees, and sits on two campuses, a 100-acre campus and a 3-acre campus, both located in Suffolk, Virginia.  Nansemond-Suffolk Academy is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools. 

Job Summary:

Under direction of the Head of Upper School, and in conjunction with the Director and Associate Director of College Counseling, the Registrar and College Counseling Assistant is responsible for preparing and maintaining accurate student records according to established procedures at Nansemond-Suffolk Academy. 

Essential Functions:

Registrar Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain accurate and appropriate records, reports and data with respect to each student, including accurate transcripts.
• Troubleshoot problems with administrators/teachers when errors occur in the school’s grade database.
• Assist US Counselor in generating the master schedules. Assist in the course registration process.
• Oversee and assist with the student registration process for all divisions.
• Maintain the integrity and oversee the process of digitizing archived transcripts and provide copies to alumni when requested.
• Maintain the student database, Blackbaud, and troubleshoot any errors that may occur.
• Act as the contact for division representatives to troubleshoot errors with Blackbaud’s Education Management Solutions.
• Fill in, as needed, to cover in the Upper School Office.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of Upper School.
• Enter and maintain family and student emails into groups for each Division.

College Counseling Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate student data (standardized test scores, GPAs, transcripts) in SCOIR.
• Oversee the submission of teacher recommendation letters and act as the contact for teachers to troubleshoot errors with SCOIR.
• Aid in the submission of college application materials for seniors online via SCOIR or through the mail if necessary.
• Help prepare all mailings and handouts for the Office of College Counseling.
• Maintain an accurate scholarship listing in SCOIR including local and national scholarships, and make students aware of these scholarship opportunities via weekly emails to students and parents.
• Maintain the College Counseling Calendar and schedule appointments for the counselors.
• Serve as the point of contact for college admissions counselors.
• Complete Advanced Placement responsibilities as deemed appropriate by College Counseling.
• Assist in editing and proofreading college counseling documents, emails, and website content.

Required Education/Background:

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited University.
• Proficient use of technology, including use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database software, preferably in an Apple environment. Proficiency with Google Educational Apps, Blackbaud, including Education Management Solution, preferred. 
• 1 - 5 years administrative experience, preferably in College Counseling or an Independent School environment. 

Required Skills:

• Understanding of the needs of students in a challenging academic independent school environment.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with students, parents, faculty, staff and administration.
• Understand the mission of the school and focus on the education of the whole child. 
• Take initiative, be self-motivated and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Value parents as a vital resource in educating a child.
• Represent the school positively in the community.
• Excellent organizational skills and communication skills, both written and oral.

Nansemond-Suffolk Academy offers a competitive salary, health, retirement, disability and life insurance benefits. Qualified applicants shall submit a completed NSA employment application (form posted online), resume with references and a cover letter explaining their interest in and qualifications for this position to Angie Thompson, director of finance and accounting, at athompson@nsacademy.org, for further consideration. Salary commensurate with experience. 

At Nansemond-Suffolk Academy, students are engaged in personal growth, inspired to discover their passion and empowered to make a difference in the world.